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Philip III, King of Spain, 1578-1621

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1578 - 1621

Biographical History

King of Spain (1598-1621) from the house of Habsburg. He was active in supporting Catholic causes in Europe during his reign and fought numerous wars.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Philip III letters

 File — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197233292496]
Identifier: Vault MSS 591
Scope and Contents

Handwritten transcripts of royal letters and certificates signed by Philip III and legalized by his secretaries. They consist largely of official orders concerning the military. Topics include execution orders for prisoners, rules and regulations for soldiers, the distribution of captured items, and specific instructions on weapons.

Dates: 1606-1611
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / Philip III letters

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