Peace of Westphalia
Rules as Spain recognises the sovereignty of the Dutch Republic.
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1648 in Netherlands
Explore 9 historical events and records for Netherlands in 1648.
Historical records for Netherlands in 1648
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Peace of Westphalia
Helps secure Spanish recognition of Dutch independence.
Peace of Westphalia
Serves on the Dutch delegation at Munster.
Treaty of Westphalia
Secures international recognition of Dutch sovereignty.
Treaty of Westphalia
The Dutch Republic's independence is recognised by Spain.
Treaty of Westphalia
Pauw helps negotiate Dutch recognition in the Treaty of Munster.
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Independence of Netherlands
The 7 Dutch Provinces are granted independence. Spain gies up the "generality of lands" & closes the port of Antwerp
Peace
Signs a peace Treaty with Spain ending 80 years of war. Establishes peace with Spain which recognizes the Independence of the United Provinces
Treaty of Munster
The south remains under Spanish rule. Recognizes the Independence of the Dutch Republic of the United Provinces
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