BELGIUM
Belgium was formed in 1831
Prior to 1831 it had been a part of the Netherlands and France.
It has been ruled by the Hapsburg, Spain and France

Web Sites – Anyone who has descendent of William the Conqueror and Matilda of Flanders has
roots in the area that is now Belgium.
“Everton’s Genealogical Helper,” Nov/Dec 2008, pp 114-117
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