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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, 1609 |
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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 Year's Truce" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This detailed narrative focuses on the political, military, and social developments in the Netherlands during the period following the passing of the influential leader William the Silent, culminating in the significant treaty of truce established in 1609. Motley's work emphasizes the tenacity of the Dutch people in their struggle for independence from Spanish rule, delving into the political machinations that defined this tumultuous era. The opening of this historical account provides an overview of the formal proceedings leading to the twelve years' truce, detailing the intense negotiations between the Dutch States-General and the Spanish archdukes. Key figures include Barneveld, a pivotal statesman who fought to ensure that the Dutch provinces were recognized as free and independent. The text elucidates the political climate of the time, including the pressing issues of religious toleration and trade rights, especially concerning the lucrative India trade. As the chapter unfolds, the reader encounters a tapestry of diplomatic discussions, the foundational principles of independence, and the complex interplay of power that characterized this critical juncture in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNetherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 | ||
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