Historical Events tagged with "dutch_republic"
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Portugal and Dutch Republic Sign Treaty of The Hague
The Treaty of The Hague formalized peace between Portugal and the Dutch Republic, marking the end of conflicts stemming from colonial disputes in Asia. Negotiated in The Hague, it was a crucial step in reconciling the interests of Portugal, recovering autonomy, and the Netherlands, eager to solidify its trade routes and colonial ambitions. The treaty helped stabilize both nations after years of maritime rivalry.
Continue ReadingSpanish Galleys Defeated by English and Dutch
In a significant naval clash in the English Channel, a fleet of Spanish galleys faced off against English and Dutch galleons. The combined forces of England and the Netherlands successfully engaged and defeated the Spanish fleet, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing maritime conflicts of the Eighty Years' War and the Anglo-Spanish War. This battle not only demonstrated the growing maritime power of England and the Netherlands but also shifted the balance of naval dominance in the region.
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