What Happened This Year 1541

People Who Died in 1541

John Basset

Devonshire gentleman and landowner
Born
October 26th, 1518 506 years ago
Died
1541 484 years ago — 23 years old

Born in 1518, this individual served as a gentleman in Devonshire, England. He held significant land and estate holdings. Few records detail specific events or contributions, but his status and role in local governance were notable within the community during a time of social and political change in England.

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Henry IV

Duke of Saxony during the late 15th century
Born
March 16th, 1473 552 years ago
Died
1541 484 years ago — 68 years old

Born in 1473, held the title of Duke of Saxony. He played a significant role in the political landscape of the Holy Roman Empire during his reign. Henry IV was involved in various territorial disputes. His leadership in Saxony influenced the region's governance and alliances amidst the complex dynamics of the time. His reign was marked by efforts to stabilize the duchy through diplomacy and military engagements.

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