Christiane of Erbach
1596–1646
- Born
- 5 Jun 1596
- Country of birth
- Germany(inferred from the family)
- Died
- 6 Jul 1646, Culemborg
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- 8
- sources
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- Birth5 Jun 1596Probable1 source
- Death6 Jul 1646, CulemborgProbable1 source
- ParentGeorge III, Count of Erbach-BreubergConfirmed1 source
- ParentMary of Barby and MühlingenConfirmed1 source
- UnionWilliam of Nassau-SiegenConfirmed1 source
A life in time
Born
Birth
Child born: Mary Magdalene of Nassau-Siegen
Birth, Oberes Schloss
Child born: Elizabeth Charlotte of Nassau-Siegen
Birth, Emmerich am Rhein
Child born: Wilhelmine Christine of Nassau-Siegen
Birth
Died · Culemborg
Death, Culemborg
What was it like?
The world around 1596: who ruled, who else was alive, how people lived. This is general history, not a record about the family, and every item shows where it comes from.
During winter, Dutch people of all classes wore extra layers of wool under their indoor clothes to keep warm while skating.
During their lifetime
- 1596
Amsterdam opens new disciplinary workhouse
Amsterdam established the Rasphuis for men as part of new city workhouses to address social issues.
- 1602
Establishment of the Dutch East India Company
The Dutch East India Company was established, introducing a massive commercial corporation that issued shares to the public for the first time.
- 1609
Founding of the Bank of Amsterdam
The Bank of Amsterdam was founded, providing a stable financial center for trade and helping manage the massive influx of capital.
- 1612
First Jewish synagogue opens in Amsterdam
The first Jewish synagogue was opened in Amsterdam, reflecting the city's role as a refuge for people fleeing religious persecution.
- 1637
The official Dutch Bible translation completed
The official Dutch state Bible translation was completed, standardizing the language and influencing religious life for ordinary citizens.
Family
Ancestors and children
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