History of the United Netherlands, 1587c

"History of the United Netherlands, 1587" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical narrative from the 1800s about the Dutch fight to break free from Spain. It covers a time of big changes, from when William of Orange passed away until the Twelve Years' Truce in 1609. The story looks closely at politics, battles, and important people who were part of the fight, with a special focus on the siege of Sluys, where Dutch and English soldiers showed great bravery against the Duke of Parma's army. It shows the tough choices, like who to trust, and how decisions about war affected the outcome, including the city eventually surrendering. The book shows the courage of people, like Sir Roger Williams, and explains how the Dutch and English tried to stop Spain from taking over. Plus, it looks at how the leaders worked together, what plans they used, and what it all meant for the Netherlands and its friendship with England.