1.4 Ending of the Dutch Revolt

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1.4 Ending of the Dutch Revolt

Learning questions

How did the Dutch Revolt go? 

What were the consequences of the Dutch Revolt? 

What was the purpose of the Union of Utrecht?

1. To establish a new religion
2. To expand the Dutch colonial empire
3. To form an alliance against Spanish rule
4. To create a trade agreement

Who were the Sea Beggars?

1. English pirates raiding merchant ships
2. Portuguese fishermen navigating the Atlantic
3. Dutch privateers fighting against Spanish rule
4. French sailors exploring new trade routes

What was the primary benefit of using mercenaries for the Spanish in the Dutch Revolt?

1. They could save money on military expenditures.
2. They could quickly increase their army's size.
3. They could establish long-term alliances with other countries.
4. They could better understand the Dutch culture and customs.

Independent 

• 1581: Philip was no longer king
• What now
• Option 1: another king
• Option 2: No king??????????
• 1588: Republic of the Seven United Netherlands
• Government: Regional council, States General and stadholder
• No compulsory religion, but calvinists had the power

the struggle after 1588

The Republic became stronger

1. Better trade and industry in Holland and Zeeland
2. Spain was fighting lots of wars
3. Strong allies
4. Stadholder Maurits was a good commander

Road to peace 

• 1609: Truce
• After that: Parts of Brabant and Limburg were conquered
• 1648: treaty of Münster

homework: 4-13 (page 40-42)