Library of Universal Knowledge, Vol. 2: A Reprint of the Last (1880) Edinburgh and London Edition of Chambers's Encyclopedia; With Copious Additions by American Editors (Classic Reprint)

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Dousa, janus, (jan van der does), 1545-1604; a Dutch statesman, historian, poet, and philologist, the defender of Leyden. He studied at Douay, Paris, and in other cities, and became friendly with many eminent scholars. In 1572, he was sent as ambassador to England, and in 1574, was charged with the government and defense of Leyden, then besieged by the Spaniards. When the university of Leyden was founded he was appointed first curator. In 1585, he was sent to England to solicit assistance from queen Elizabeth. In 1591, he was a member Of the states-general. His principal work was the Annals of Holland.

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