Tag: Spanish Netherlands

Treaties of Nijmegen Explained

The Treaties of Nijmegen were a series of peace agreements signed in the late 17th century, ending various conflicts and reshaping the balance of power in Europe.

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 Nieuwpoort Explained

The Battle of Nieuwpoort was a significant military confrontation during the Eighty Years’ War between the Dutch Republic and Spain in 1600.

Battle of Landen Explained

The Battle of Landen was a significant conflict during the War of the Grand Alliance in which French forces defeated an Anglo-Dutch army.

Battle of Oosterweel Explained

The Battle of Oosterweel was a significant conflict during the Belgian Revolt in 1567.

Kettle War Explained

The Kettle War was a short-lived conflict between the Dutch Republic and the Holy Roman Empire over a stolen kettle.

French Fury Explained

The French Fury was a violent uprising in 1583 by French soldiers against the Spanish occupation of Antwerp during the Eighty Years’ War.

Capture of Maastricht Explained

The Capture of Maastricht refers to the successful siege and conquest of the city of Maastricht by the Spanish forces during the Eighty Years’ War.

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 Hulst Explained

The Siege of Hulst was a military conflict during the Eighty Years’ War in which the Spanish forces besieged and captured the Dutch town of Hulst.

The Netherlands War of Independence (second part) Explained

The Netherlands’ War of Independence (second part) was a conflict in the 17th century that resulted in the establishment of the Dutch Republic and the decline of Spanish power.

Battle of Steenbergen Explained

The Battle of Steenbergen was a military engagement during the Eighty Years’ War between the Dutch Republic and Spain in 1583.

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