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100 1 _aMotley, John Lothrop,
_d1814-1877
245 1 4 _aThe Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 15: 1568, part II
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 eBook was produced by David Widger
520 _a"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 15: 1568, part II" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the extensive political and military struggles in the Netherlands during the late 16th century, particularly highlighting the conflict between the Dutch patriots and the Spanish forces led by the Duke of Alva. The narrative provides a detailed examination of Count Louis of Nassau's campaigns and the ensuing repercussions, capturing the complexities of the era's socio-political landscape. At the start of this volume, the text outlines the precarious situation of Count Louis of Nassau in Friesland, as he faces the formidable Duke of Alva. It describes Louis's attempts to rally support and resources amidst a fearful and timid populace, and the strategic maneuvers that ultimately lead to his defeat at Jemmingen. The opening segment presents Louis's struggles with funding and troop morale, revealing key moments of tension and conflict as he attempts to prepare for battle against Alva's superior forces. The historical backdrop serves not only to present the immediate military challenges but also to explore themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the human cost of war, thus setting the stage for a tumultuous struggle for independence in the Netherlands. (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/4816
999 _c46858
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