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Viglius

Dutch politician and map collector (1507–1577)

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Viglius was the name taken by Wigle Aytta van Zwichem, a Dutch statesman and jurist, a Frisian by birth.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Barrahûs wd
Died
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Place of death
Brussels wd
Citizenship
Seventeen Provinces wd
Occupation
jurist, historian, diplomat, statesperson, map collector wd
Education
Old University of Leuven, University of Dole wd

Positions held wd

  • president

Questions

When was Viglius born?
Viglius was born on 19 October 1507 in Barrahûs.
What positions has Viglius held?
Positions held by Viglius include: president.
Where did Viglius study?
Viglius was educated at Old University of Leuven, University of Dole.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Viglius · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q639344 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Viglius van Aytta.JPG by Frans Pourbus the Elder (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 14 November 2026

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