"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 19th-century historical exploration of the Netherlands' fierce fight for freedom after William the Silent's death. It vividly portrays the Eighty Years' War against Spain, revealing intricate details of battles, political maneuvering, and burgeoning trade. Follow sieges like the epic struggle at Ostend, witness Prince Maurice's tactical genius, and observe the ascent of the Dutch East India Company as the Dutch bravely challenge Portuguese and Spanish dominance, illustrating their resolve to forge a distinct national identity amidst Europe's tumultuous 17th century.
History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1602-03
By John Lothrop Motley
Amidst war and rising global trade, a nation fights for its very existence, challenging empires and forging its own destiny.
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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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