"The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 15: 1568, part II" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical narrative that focuses on the intense political and military clashes between the Dutch and Spanish forces in the late 1500s, led by the Duke of Alva. The story vividly captures Count Louis of Nassau's campaigns, particularly his challenges in Friesland, where he struggles to gather support against Alva. The narrative recounts Louis's attempts to boost morale and secure funds amidst widespread fear, highlighting the strategic decisions leading to his defeat at Jemmingen. It explores the socio-political environment of the time, laying bare the complexities of loyalty, treachery, and the devastating impact of war as the Dutch fight for their independence.
The Rise of the Dutch Republic — Volume 15: 1568, part II
By John Lothrop Motley
In a bloody clash for freedom, a valiant count confronts overwhelming odds as he fights to ignite a revolution against a powerful empire.
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About the AuthorJohn Lothrop Motley was an American author and diplomat. As a popular historian, he is best known for his works on the Netherlands, the three volume work The Rise of the Dutch Republic and four volume History of the United Netherlands. As United States Minister to Austria in the service of the Abraham Lincoln administration, Motley helped to prevent European intervention on the side of the Confederates in the American Civil War. He later served as Minister to the United Kingdom during the Ulysses S. Grant administration.
John Lothrop Motley was an American author and diplomat. As a popular historian, he is best known for his works on the Netherlands, the three volume work The Rise of the Dutch Republic and four volume History of the United Netherlands. As United States Minister to Austria in the service of the Abraham Lincoln administration, Motley helped to prevent European intervention on the side of the Confederates in the American Civil War. He later served as Minister to the United Kingdom during the Ulysses S. Grant administration.
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