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Definition:
The so-called "Council of Blood" was a popular name for the "Council of Troubles" created by
the Duke of Alba, Spanish governor of the Netherlands, in 1567. The job of this Council was
to try cases of suspected treason committed by Protestant rebels against the Catholic
government imposed by Spain. Over the course of six years, it is estimated that the Council
heard over 12,000 cases which resulted in 9000 convictions and over 1000 executions. Fear
of the Council of Blood caused many rebels and Calvinists - about 2 percent of the entire
population - to flee the Netherlands entirely during Alba's rule.
Also Known As: Council of Troubles
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