Saturday, March 7, 2026

Collection of facts about the Eighty Years' War

This post is a collection of facts about the Eighty Years' War (c. 1566-1648). There are 9 facts listed below. Source: Wikipedia

  • Spain vs. rebels (Dutch Republic)
  • Also known as the Dutch Revolt
  • Conflict in Habsburg Netherlands
  • Dutch Republic established in 1588
  • Twelve Year's Truce in 1609
  • Led to Thirty Years' War in 1621
  • Peace of Münster ended the war in 1648
  • Spain retained Southern Netherlands
  • Spain recognized independence of Dutch Republic