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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 — Complete (1600-1609) |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-11-08 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce--1609" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the tumultuous events surrounding the struggle of the Netherlands for independence from Spanish rule, culminating around the pivotal Battle of Nieuport in 1600. It likely explores the military strategies, political maneuvers, and significant figures of the era, particularly focusing on the contrasting approaches of statesman John of Olden-Barneveld and military leader Maurice of Nassau. The opening of the book sets the stage for a significant military campaign initiated by the Netherlanders against the Spanish forces in Flanders. It details the dissatisfaction within the Dutch republic due to ineffective taxation and military campaigns, leading to a secret decision to invade and capture strategic locations. The narrative introduces key players such as Maurice, who is initially hesitant about the plan, and highlights the tension between the ardent push for aggressive action and the prudent caution exhibited by military leaders. As preparations for the invasion unfold, underlying themes of ambition, loyalty, and the unpredictability of battle emerge, all of which foreshadow the challenges and complexities that will define the ensuing conflict. (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/4884 |
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