The Siege of Leiden was a pivotal event during the Dutch Revolt in which the city of Leiden withstood a lengthy Spanish siege, leading to the eventual liberation of the Netherlands from Spanish rule.
Siege of Ostend Explained
The Siege of Ostend was a brutal and protracted conflict during the Eighty Years’ War, resulting in the longest siege in history and significant loss of life.
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.
Battle of Mookerheyde Explained
The Battle of Mookerheyde was a significant defeat for the Dutch rebels during the Eighty Years’ War.
Capture of Brielle Explained
The Capture of Brielle was a pivotal event in the Eighty Years’ War, marking the beginning of Dutch revolt against Spanish rule in the Netherlands.
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 Jemmingen Explained
The Battle of Jemmingen was a decisive victory for the Spanish forces during the Eighty Years’ War.
Battle of Turnhout Explained
The Battle of Turnhout was a significant conflict during the Eighty Years’ War between the Dutch Republic and the Spanish Empire.
Massacre of Naarden Explained
The Massacre of Naarden was a brutal event during the Dutch Revolt in 1572, where Spanish forces killed thousands of civilians in the town of Naarden.
Battle of Borgerhout Explained
The Battle of Borgerhout was a significant conflict during the Eighty Years’ War between the Dutch rebels and Spanish forces in Antwerp, resulting in a decisive victory for the Dutch.
Siege of Geertruidenberg Explained
The Siege of Geertruidenberg was a significant military conflict during the Eighty Years’ War between the Dutch Republic and Spain.
Siege of Grave Explained
The Siege of Grave was a military conflict during the Eighty Years’ War in which the Dutch Republic successfully defended the town of Grave against Spanish forces.