GM! During the 16th century Mechelen'…
GM! During the 16th century Mechelen's political influence decreased dramatically due to many governmental institutions being moved to Brussels in 1530. Mechelen compensated for this by increasing prominence in the religious arena: in 1559 it was proclaimed the Archdiocese of Mechelen, seat of religious authority over the territory that would eventually become Belgium. In 1961, "Brussels" was added to the title, resulting in the current Archdiocese of Mechelen–Brussels.
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