February 27, 1531
Protestant princes form the Schmalkaldic League
On 27 February 1531, at Schmalkalden, Philip of Hesse and John Frederick of Saxony lead Lutheran princes and cities into a defensive alliance against Emperor Charles V.
February 27, 1531
On 27 February 1531, at Schmalkalden, Philip of Hesse and John Frederick of Saxony lead Lutheran princes and cities into a defensive alliance against Emperor Charles V.