René of Orange
ruler of Orange
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René of Nassau, Prince of Orange, was a significant figure in the 16th century, inheriting vast estates in the Netherlands and the principality of Orange in southern France. He was the predecessor to William I of Nassau-Orange, also known as William the Silent, who led the Dutch revolt against Spanish rule. René's inheritance laid the groundwork for the House of Orange-Nassau, which became the royal family of the Netherlands.12
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