John of Austria

Spanish military leader (1547–1578)

John of Austria (German: Johann von Österreich, Spanish: Juan de Austria, often called "Don Juan", "Don Juan of Austria", or "Don Juan of Lepanto" in English; 24 February 1547 – 1 October 1578) was the illegitimate son of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor and a military leader in the service of the Spanish Empire under his half-brother, King Philip II of Spain. He is best known for his role as the admiral of the Holy League fleet at the Battle of Lepanto and as Governor of the Spanish Netherlands. Born in Regensburg, the son of a burgher's daughter, John was raised in Spain and recognized by Charles V in a codicil.

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