Deaths on September 5

Katharina Zell

Died on September 5, 1562

Katharina Zell, German Protestant reformer (b. 1497)

Katharina Schütz Zell (1497/8 - September 5, 1562) was a Protestant reformer and writer during the Protestant Reformation. She was one of the first Protestant women to marry a clergyman. Katharina lived all of her life in Strasbourg. Strasbourg was incorporated within the Holy Roman Empire during this time period, but today is located in France close to the border of Germany.

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Events on 1562

17 Jan

Edict of Saint-Germain
France recognizes the Huguenots by the Edict of Saint-Germain.
18 Jan

Council of Trent
Pope Pius IV reopens the Council of Trent for its third and final session.
1 Mar

Massacre of Wassy
Sixty-three Huguenots are massacred in Wassy, France, marking the start of the French Wars of Religion.

Deaths on September 5

Katharina Zell

Died on September 5, 1562

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Events on 1562

Edict of Saint-Germain

Council of Trent

Massacre of Wassy