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_aMotley, John Lothrop, _d1814-1877 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aHistory of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585e-86a |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-01-01 | ||
| 508 | _aThis eBook was produced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Years' Truce--1609" by John Lothrop Motley is an extensive historical account composed in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the significant events between 1585 and 1586, detailing the political intricacies and military conflicts involving the Netherlands, England, and Spain during a pivotal period in European history. The text explores the roles of key figures, such as Robert Dudley, the Earl of Leicester, and the broader implications of their actions on the fight for independence and the balance of power in Europe. The opening of the book introduces the arrival of the Earl of Leicester in the Netherlands and sets the stage for his role as Lieutenant-General of the English forces. It highlights the grandeur of his entrance and the enthusiastic reception by the Dutch, while also delving into his complex character, personal ambitions, and the whispers of treachery that surrounded his mission. The struggle against Spanish dominance is underscored by the English contingent's precarious position and the urgent need for cohesive leadership in the face of external threats, establishing a narrative about the intertwined fates of England and the Netherlands during this significant epoch. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 | ||
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