1608

English poet; author of "Paradise Lost"

Misc >Birthdates

By Samuel de Champlain

History & Mythology >17th Century Events

The rebellion is crushed and yet more land is confiscated. The British government plans to settle large numbers of Scots and English on the confiscated lands to create a loyal population.

History & Mythology >Irish History

Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II surrenders Hungary, Austrian territories near the Danube River, and Moravia to his brother Matthias.

History & Mythology >Treaties and Conventions