Tag: Dutch Independence

Battle of Heiligerlee Explained

The Battle of Heiligerlee was the first major battle of the Eighty Years’ War, resulting in a victory for the rebel forces against the Spanish.

Siege of Haarlem Explained

The Siege of Haarlem was a significant event during the Dutch Revolt, where the city of Haarlem withstood a lengthy Spanish siege before eventually surrendering.

Battle of Castricum Explained

The Battle of Castricum was a significant clash during the French Revolutionary Wars in which the French Republic defeated the Anglo-Russian forces, leading to the withdrawal of the British from the Netherlands.

The Prussian Invasion of the Netherlands Explained

The Prussian Invasion of the Netherlands: A military campaign by Prussia in 1787 to suppress the Dutch Patriots and restore the power of the Orangist regime.

Siege of Nijmegen Explained

The Siege of Nijmegen was a military conflict during the Eighty Years’ War in which the Dutch successfully defended the city against Spanish forces.

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