3 January - Battle of Kinsale - the battle happened on 3 January 1602 according to the Gregorian Calendar used by the Irish and Spanish forces in the battle, although, for the English who were still using the old Julian Calendar, the date of the battle was 24 December 1601
June - James Lancaster's East India Company fleet arrives at Achin (now Aceh), Sumatra to deal with the local ruler. Having defeated Portugal's ally, the ruler is happy to do business, and Lancaster seizes a large Portuguese Galleon and loots it.
December 11 - A surprise attack by forces under the command of the Duke of Savoy and his brother-in-law, Philip III of Spain, is repelled by the citizens of Geneva. (This actually took place after midnight, in the early morning of December 12, but commemorations/celebrations on Fête de l'Escalade are usually held on December 11 or the closest weekend.)
Sunflowers: Anno 1602 - Official site offers game features, forum, downloads including scenarios, and guide to buildings and resources. [English and German]
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About.com: 1602 A.D. - Contains cheat codes allowing extra resources and money.
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GameZone - [7/10] Review with screen shots. A solid game in its own right.
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The Wargamer - Review by Mark McLaughlin, [4/5]. Although some of the models are based on real-world economic theories and relationships, at its heart 1602 A.D. is just a toy - and a damn fine one at that.
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