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1588Dec, 10

Isaac Beeckman

Isaac Beeckman, Dutch scientist and philosopher (d. 1637)
Isaac Beeckman (10 December 1588 – 19 May 1637) was a Dutch philosopher and scientist, who, through his studies and contact with leading natural philosophers, may have "virtually given birth to modern atomism".

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Events on 1588

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    Day of the Barricades

    French Wars of Religion: Henry III of France flees Paris after Henry I, Duke of Guise enters the city and a spontaneous uprising occurs.
  • 29Jul

    Charles Howard, 1st Earl of Nottingham

    Anglo-Spanish War: Battle of Gravelines: English naval forces under the command of Lord Charles Howard and Sir Francis Drake defeat the Spanish Armada off the coast of Gravelines, France.