History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the…
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"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account likely written in the mid-19th century. The book examines the complex events during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, focusing on the Dutch struggle for independence from Spanish rule and the political maneuvers surrounding their quest for sovereignty. The opening portion of the narrative sets the
stage for the military and political landscape leading into the campaign of 1606, chronicling the decrease in popularity of the Dutch leader Maurice of Nassau, as well as external pressures from Spain and internal discord within the Dutch Republic. The text introduces significant military figures, describes key sieges, and outlines the struggles faced by both the Dutch and Spanish forces, emphasizing the impact of weather on military strategies. It portrays a landscape rife with political intrigue, military endeavors, and shifting alliances, foreshadowing the eventual resolution of the conflict and the quest for lasting peace amidst ongoing turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Motley, John Lothrop, 1814-1877 |
|---|---|
| Title | History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1605-07 |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg |
| Subject | Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4878 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04878-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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