Piet Heyn: Quick Facts
Facts
| Also Known As | Pieter Pieterszoon • Piet Hein |
|---|---|
| Born | November 15, 1577 • Netherlands • (Birthday in 2 days) |
| Died | June 18, 1629 (aged 51) • near Dunkirk • France |
| Role In | Eighty Years’ War |
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