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100 1 _aMotley, John Lothrop,
_d1814-1877
245 1 4 _aThe Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 04: 1555-59
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
508 _aThis etext was produced by David Widger
520 _a"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 04: 1555-59" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the political and military events during a pivotal time in the history of the Netherlands, particularly focusing on the reign of Philip II of Spain and the ensuing struggles for power and autonomy in the region. The volume covers key figures such as Philip II, Count Egmont, and the Duke of Alva, examining their roles during a period marked by religious tensions and military conflicts. At the start of this volume, the narrative introduces Philip II's ascension to power in the Netherlands and presents a detailed portrait of his character and governance style. The text describes his marriage to Mary Tudor and the implications of his rule, particularly how his foreign background and inclination toward oppressive policies created friction with the local populations. The opening chapters explore the political machinations and rivalries within his court, notably between Ruy Gomez, a favorite of Philip, and the Duke of Alva, setting the stage for the broader conflicts that would ensue in the region, including decisive battles, military campaigns, and the brewing animosity between the Spanish crown and the Dutch provinces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
653 _aNetherlands -- Church history
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4804
999 _c46846
_d46846