80 Years' War (jan 1, 1568 – jan 1, 1648)
Description:
The 80 years war consisted of two parts. Overall the war was the Netherlands' struggle for independence from the Spanish Crown.The first part of the war began with two unsuccessful invasions of the Dutch Republic by mercenary armies under Prince William I. In 1573, the irregular Dutch land and sea forces captured and secured against the Spanish attack provinces of Holland and Zeeland. Other provinces joined in the revolt in 1576, and a general union was formed. During the Twelve Years' Truce, in 1609, the Dutch frontiers were secured.
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Date:
jan 1, 1568
jan 1, 1648
~ 80 years