"History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical narrative capturing the intense years after William the Silent's death, detailing the Dutch fight for independence against Spanish control. The story highlights the siege of Antwerp, a pivotal event, displaying the strategic planning of leaders like the Prince of Parma facing off against the disorganized yet resilient forces within the city. Essential individuals, such as Sainte Aldegonde, navigate complicated political and personal conflicts as the fate of the Netherlands hangs in the balance, vividly portraying the period's military and political turmoil.
History of the United Netherlands from the Death of William the Silent to the Twelve Year's Truce, 1585b
By John Lothrop Motley
Amidst political chaos and a city under siege, a nation's fight for freedom rests on the shoulders of determined leaders battling 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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