What the records say
- When
- 17 Jan 1583
- Kind
- Battle
- Coordinates
- 51.22° N, 4.40° E
- Description
- failed attempt by Francis, Duke of Anjou, to conquer the city of Antwerp by surprise
French Fury
1583 Attack on Antwerp
The "French Fury" was a failed attempt by Francis, Duke of Anjou, to conquer the city of Antwerp by surprise on 17 January 1583.
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