Protestants in the Netherlands executed for heresy during Duke of Alva's repressive rule (1567-73). Artist: Unknown

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Protestants in the Netherlands being executed for heresy during Duke of Alva's repressive rule (1567-73). Copperplate engraving.

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Size: 2775px × 3775px
Location: World,Europe,Netherlands
Photo credit: © Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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