Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1577. This year saw 7 significant events.
Francis Drake sets sail from England on an epic three-year circumnavigation of the world aboard the "Pelican," later renamed the "Golden Hind"
King Henri de Bourbon of Navarra becomes leader of the Huguenots
Spanish land guardian Don Juan of Habsburg signs the "Eternal Edict"
Spanish army and German mercenaries conquer Namur
Peace of Bergerac: Political rights for Huguenots
Water Geuzen under Captain Slope enters Amsterdam
Danzig rebellion ends in a compromise between the city's nobility and Polish King Stephen Báthory, after the King restored and recognized the city's economic and religious privileges
Francis Drake sets sail from England on an epic three-year circumnavigation of the world aboard the "Pelican," later renamed the "Golden Hind"
King Henri de Bourbon of Navarra becomes leader of the Huguenots
Spanish land guardian Don Juan of Habsburg signs the "Eternal Edict"
Spanish army and German mercenaries conquer Namur
Peace of Bergerac: Political rights for Huguenots
Water Geuzen under Captain Slope enters Amsterdam
Danzig rebellion ends in a compromise between the city's nobility and Polish King Stephen Báthory, after the King restored and recognized the city's economic and religious privileges