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Eighty Years' War (Dutch Revolt)

1568 CE – 1648 CE

The Dutch provinces revolted against Spanish Habsburg rule over taxation, religious persecution, and political autonomy. After 80 years of fighting, the Peace of Munster recognised Dutch independence.

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Conflict · Europe

Eighty Years' War (Dutch Revolt)

1568 CE – 1648 CE

The Dutch provinces revolted against Spanish Habsburg rule over taxation, religious persecution, and political autonomy. After 80 years of fighting, the Peace of Munster recognised Dutch independence.

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