History of the United Netherlands, 1590-92

"History of the United Netherlands, 1590-92" by John Lothrop Motley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intricate and tumultuous history surrounding the United Provinces of the Netherlands during a pivotal period of military strife against Spanish rule. The narrative focuses on key figures and events, particularly highlighting the strategic endeavors of Prince Maurice, who emerges as a formidable military leader. At the start of the book, Motley introduces the military landscape of the late 16th century as the republic seeks to restore control amidst foreign oppression. The opening chapter discusses Prince Maurice's military reforms and tactics, emphasizing his innovative approaches to warfare, including the effective use of artillery and the organization of infantry. The text describes significant battles and siege operations undertaken by Maurice, such as the successful recapture of key towns like Zutphen and Deventer. Through meticulous detail and a focus on military strategy, the opening portion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the broader conflict and the political dynamics of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

John Lothrop Motley was an American author and diplomat. As a popular historian, he is best known for his works on the Netherlands, the three volume work The Rise of the Dutch Republic and four volume History of the United Netherlands. As United States Minister to Austria in the service of the Abraham Lincoln administration, Motley helped to prevent European intervention on the side of the Confederates in the American Civil War. He later served as Minister to the United Kingdom during the Ulysses S. Grant administration.