William IV, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel (d. 1573)
William IV of Hesse-Kassel (24 June 1532 – 25 August 1592), also called William the Wise, was the first Landgrave of the Landgraviate of Hesse-Kassel (or Hesse-Cassel). He was the founder of the oldest line, which survives to this day.
1532Jun, 24
William IV, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel
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Events on 1532
- 4Aug
Union of Brittany and France
The Duchy of Brittany is united to the Kingdom of France. - 13Aug
Duchy of Brittany
Union of Brittany and France: The Duchy of Brittany is absorbed into the Kingdom of France. - 15Nov
Battle of Cajamarca
Commanded by Francisco Pizarro, Spanish conquistadors under Hernando de Soto meet Inca Empire leader Atahualpa for the first time outside Cajamarca, arranging a meeting on the city plaza the following day. - 16Nov
Battle of Cajamarca
Francisco Pizarro and his men capture Inca Emperor Atahualpa at the Battle of Cajamarca.