Historical Events tagged with "dresden"

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Politics & Government

Willem of Orange Marriages Anna of Saxony

August 24th, 1561 463 years ago

Willem of Orange, the leader of the Dutch revolt, married Anna of Saxony, the daughter of Duke Maurice of Saxony, in a ceremony held in Dresden. This alliance was part of Willem's strategy to secure powerful allies, as Anna's family held significant political influence. The marriage strengthened Willem's position and showcased the intertwining of noble families in the pursuit of political power during a tumultuous time in Europe, marked by religious conflicts and rising nationalism.

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