Historical Events tagged with "arras"
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The Start of the Race to the Sea
The Race to the Sea began as German and Allied forces engaged in a series of maneuvers along the Western Front. As both sides sought to outflank each other, the conflict resulted in a continuous line of trench warfare, marking a pivotal point in World War I. This movement involved significant battles in northern France and Belgium, where both armies attempted to extend their control toward the English Channel, ultimately leading to extensive fortifications and loss of life.
Continue ReadingUnion of Arras Unifies Southern Netherlands
The Union of Arras was a crucial political agreement uniting the southern provinces of the Netherlands under the governance of Duke Ottavio Farnese, who acted in the name of King Philip II of Spain. Formed in 1579, this union sought to address both religious and political division within the Low Countries, a region that had been fracturing due to conflicts fueled by the Protestant Reformation and the Eighty Years' War. The agreement symbolized an effort to consolidate Spanish rule in the southern provinces, countering the Protestant-led North. The Union ultimately led to a clearer division in the Netherlands and influenced future political alignments in Europe.
Continue ReadingBurgundy Shifts Allegiance in the Hundred Years' War
The Treaty of Arras, finalized on September 21, 1435, led to a notable realignment of allegiances during the Hundred Years' War. Significantly, Philip the Good, the Duke of Burgundy, officially broke ties with England, aligning his province with France. This shift was facilitated by the negotiation efforts of French King Charles VII and marks a turning point in the conflict, influencing the balance of power in Northern France. The treaty aimed to stabilize the region and assert French authority amidst ongoing English invasions.
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