Historical Events tagged with "war"

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Military & Warfare

Hendrick Lonck Captures Olinda for Dutch Brazil

February 16th, 1630 395 years ago

Dutch forces led by Hendrick Lonck successfully captured the city of Olinda, located in present-day Brazil, marking a significant point in the Dutch conquest of Brazilian territory. This military action was part of the broader conflict involving Dutch interests in South America as they sought to expand their influence away from their homeland, engaging in disputes with Portugal over lucrative sugar plantations.

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Algonquian Attack on Jamestown Settlers

March 22nd, 1622 402 years ago

The Algonquian Confederacy launched a surprise attack on English settlers near Jamestown, Virginia, killing 347 individuals, which constituted about a third of the colony's population. This event occurred during the Second Anglo-Powhatan War, as tensions escalated between Native American tribes and English settlers over land and resources. The attack exemplified the increasing hostility and resulted in significant fatalities, leaving the colony vulnerable. The assault was part of a coordinated effort by the Indigenous peoples to reclaim their land and resist colonial encroachment.

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Beginning of the First Anglo-Powhatan War

August 9th, 1610 414 years ago

The First Anglo-Powhatan War commenced as tensions escalated between English settlers in Virginia and the Powhatan Confederacy. Following years of trade, land disputes, and competition over resources, open conflict erupted due to increasing hostilities. The Virginia Company’s settlers, centered in Jamestown, sought to assert control over land occupied by Native Americans. This led to violent encounters, marking the start of a series of confrontations that would define colonial relationships with indigenous tribes.

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Capture of Grave by Dutch and English Forces

September 20th, 1602 422 years ago

The Spanish-held town of Grave capitulated to a besieging coalition of Dutch and English troops led by Maurice of Orange. This significant military event marked a decisive moment in the ongoing Eighty Years' War between the Spanish Empire and the Dutch Republic. The siege of Grave began in early September and demonstrated the effective collaboration between the Dutch and their English allies against Spanish control in the region. The fall of the town was crucial for the Dutch for consolidating power in the southern provinces of the Low Countries.

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Henry IV of France Declares War on Spain

January 17th, 1595 430 years ago

Henry IV of France formally declared war on Spain, marking a significant escalation during the ongoing French Wars of Religion. This declaration was influenced by both the political landscape of France, which was fragmented by religious conflict, and Spain's increasing interference in French affairs, particularly by supporting Catholic factions against Henry's Protestant followers. The declaration was made from the royal palace in Paris as Henry sought to unify his country and assert his authority amidst external and internal challenges.

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Joseon Forces Defeat Japanese at Haengju

February 12th, 1593 432 years ago

Approximately 3,000 Joseon defenders, commanded by General Kwon Yul, mounted a successful defense against an invading force of over 30,000 Japanese troops during the Siege of Haengju. The battle showcased strategic defenses and fierce resistance from the Joseon army, ultimately leading to the repulsion of the larger Japanese forces.

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Anglo-Dutch triumph near Nijmegen

July 25th, 1591 433 years ago

An Anglo-Dutch force led by Maurice of Orange defeated the Duke of Parma’s army near Nijmegen. This battle significantly weakened Spanish control in the region during the Eighty Years' War, showcasing the military prowess of the Dutch forces. The victory solidified Maurice’s reputation as a capable military leader.

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Huguenots Triumph at the Battle of Ivry

March 14th, 1590 435 years ago

Henry of Navarre led the Huguenots against the Catholic League, decisively defeating the forces of Charles, Duke of Mayenne, at Ivry. This victory was part of the larger conflict known as the French Wars of Religion, which pitted Catholics against Protestants in France. The battle occurred near Ivry-la-Bataille, and it solidified Henry's control over northern France, paving the way for his eventual rise as King Henry IV.

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Ernest of Bavaria's Forces Overcome Godesberg

December 17th, 1583 441 years ago

Forces commanded by Ernest of Bavaria successfully besieged Godesberg, defeating the loyal troops of Gebhard Truchsess von Waldburg. This military engagement was critical in the Cologne War, contributing to the shifting power dynamics within the region. The siege showcased strategic military operations as well as political maneuvering among the Catholic and Protestant factions, highlighting the underlying religious conflict of the time.

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