William the Silent Flashcards
1
Q
What is his view towards religion
A
he is POLITIQUE, so he doesnt really give a fuck about religion he just does whatever he has to do for the people (lowkey no morals)
2
Q
His stages of religion
A
Lutheran –> Catjolic –> Calvnist
3
Q
what is happening to Netherlands?
A
it is split north and south
4
Q
North:
A
Protestant and Calvinist (tolerant)
5
Q
South (belgium):
A
Remains with spain since they are more catholic SPANISH NETHERLANDS
6
Q
Where does the name William the silent come from
A
He understood theres so much religious diversion that when anyone will ask him anything about relgion, he would stay wilent
7
Q
1584: What happens to him?
A
a catholic man assassinates William with a gun
8
Q
Why is this assasination important?
A
its the first assasination with a gun
