Historical Events
- Battle of Heiligerlee, Groningen: Dutch rebels beat Spanish, thousands killed
- The Netherlands declares independence from Spain
Famous Deaths
- Adolf van Nassau, German son of William I and Juliana of Stolberg, dies in battle at 27
About May 23, 1568
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 455 years, 4 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Gemini
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