The Dutch Revolt
The 80 Years' War by Ryan Fennen
Summary of the Revolt:
Important characters of the Revolt:
William of Orange
Maurice of Orange
Charles V
Philip II
Duke of Alba, Fernando
Mary of Hungary
Cause of the Revolt:
[1555 - 1568] Before the rebellion was active, the people of the Netherlands were disgruntled with the actions of the Spanish monarch and appointed governors. In combination with war taxes, Spanish wars against Dutch trade partners, spread of Protestantism, and increased centralization, unrest was quickly rising in the 17 Dutch provinces. Power that was traditionally held by the Stadtholders and Nobility was being taken away, and instead replaced by the Council of State. Sometime into Philip II's rule, the first phase of the Dutch Revolt began.
Course of the Revolt:
[1568 - 1570] The rebels had initial success, but met crippling defeats in the first phase of the revolt. The rebellion simmered and lost significant support after Spanish intervention. Following tax reforms against the wishes of the Dutch, the undefended port of Brill was seized by the Sea Beggars: rebels that were expelled from an English port by Elizabeth I. This sparked new interests in the second phase of the rebellion, and William of Orange led the war against the Spanish [later his son, Maurice of Orange, as William met an untimely end].
Outcome of the Revolt:
Main significance of the Revolt:
Work cited:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_Revolt
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=10288
http://www.bbc.co.uk/arts/yourpaintings/paintings/prince-maurice-of-orange-nassau-15671625-218975
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_II_of_Spain
http://historywarsweapons.com/wp-content/uploads/image/DukeOfAlba2.jpg
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