1516
Hieronymus Bosch dies on August 9th.
1517
Martin Luther posts his 95 Theses against the abuse of
indulgence.
1519
Luther’s works circulate in Antwerp.
1520
Luther’s works are translated into Dutch and put into
circulation.
Charles V publishes his first Placard against Heretics.
1522
Francois van der Hulst appointed inquisitor with full
power.
1536
Erasmus of Rotterdam dies.
c. 1525-1530
Bruegel Born
1543
Calvinism spreads to the Netherlands.
c. 1545
Pieter Bruegel allegedly apprenticed to [...]