Historical Events
- Northern Hasburg Netherlands counties of Artois and Hainault and city Dowaai sign pro-Spanish and pro-Roman Catholic Union of Arras (Unie van Atrecht)
1579 Highlights
About January 6, 1579
Calendar: Julian
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 445 years, 6 months and 28 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn