Eighty Years' War

1572: The Siege of Medemblik

Throughout the centuries, Radboud Castle has been under siege more than once. We like to tell you those stories. In 2022 we celebrate 450 years of the Netherlands, 1572 is considered our 'year of birth'. That is why we start with the siege of that year. The Dutch Revolt, also known as the Eighty Years' War, was still in its infancy, but the

1572: The Siege of Medemblik2024-01-18T14:09:14+01:00

Remarkable residents: Diego Carrillo de Mendoza Pimentel

Diego Carrillo de Mendoza Pimentel is, you guessed it, a Spanish nobleman. He was born in 1560, on the eve of a historic war (1) between the world power Spain of Philip II and the small, rebellious Holland. This war is also his link to Radboud Castle. Military career Diego has the military

Remarkable residents: Diego Carrillo de Mendoza Pimentel2024-01-18T14:11:07+01:00

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