Military & Warfare

Geertruidenberg Capitulates to Maurice of Nassau

The Spanish-held city of Geertruidenberg capitulated to a Dutch and English army led by Maurice of Nassau. This military engagement exemplified the ongoing struggles during the Eighty Years' War, as the Dutch sought to liberate their territories from Spanish rule. With strategic support from English forces, the siege maintained significant pressure on the defenders, ultimately leading to the city's surrender after an effective campaign.

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