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100 1 _aMotley, John Lothrop,
_d1814-1877
245 1 0 _aHistory of the United Netherlands, 1590-92
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"History of the United Netherlands, 1590-92" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intricate and tumultuous history surrounding the United Provinces of the Netherlands during a pivotal period of military strife against Spanish rule. The narrative focuses on key figures and events, particularly highlighting the strategic endeavors of Prince Maurice, who emerges as a formidable military leader. At the start of the book, Motley introduces the military landscape of the late 16th century as the republic seeks to restore control amidst foreign oppression. The opening chapter discusses Prince Maurice's military reforms and tactics, emphasizing his innovative approaches to warfare, including the effective use of artillery and the organization of infantry. The text describes significant battles and siege operations undertaken by Maurice, such as the successful recapture of key towns like Zutphen and Deventer. Through meticulous detail and a focus on military strategy, the opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the broader conflict and the political dynamics of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4863
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