1579
Independence of Netherlands
Proclaims independence of the northern provinces, William becomes uncrowned ruler
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Proclaims independence of the northern provinces, William becomes uncrowned ruler
The Union of Utrecht unites 7 provinces which declare their Independence from Spain
Begins a major siege intended to restore Spanish control of Maastricht.
Directs trenches, assaults and blockade operations around the fortified city.
6 Dutch Habsburg provinces pledge to act as allies in the event of war
Proclaims independence of the northern provinces, William becomes uncrowned ruler
Ghent signs the Uion of Utrecht
6 Dutch Habsburg provinces pledge to act as allies in the event of war
Proclaims independence of the northern provinces, William becomes uncrowned ruler
Ghent signs the Uion of Utrecht
Proclaims independence of the northern provinces, William becomes uncrowned ruler
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