Historical Events
- Watergeuzen capture Brielle from the Spaniards, during the Eighty Years' War, gaining the first foothold on land for what would become the Dutch Republic.
1572 Highlights
About April 1, 1572
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 448 years, 11 months and 1 day
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Aries