Emanuel van Meteren
Flemish historian and author of works
Born
1535
491 years ago
Died
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Belgium
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A historian and author, contributed significantly to the recording of history in the 16th century. Published notable works including 'Historia Belgica', which chronicled the history of the Low Countries during a period of significant change. His writings provided insights into the political and social climate of his time, as well as documenting events of the Eighty Years' War.
Authored 'Historia Belgica'
Chronicled the Eighty Years' War
Documented the history of the Low Countries
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