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For several years, people had begun to think about revolting. But, it was not until 1568 that they began physically rebel
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Phillip II was the ruler when the revolution started. If it was a different ruler, the outcome might have changed.
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The people of the Netherlands area wanted to not be a part of Spain. Spain did not like this new idea.
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The first full on raid on Spain was in 1568. it was lead by Prince William I. This raid was unsuccessful.
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Prince Williams I thought he would try again. That was not a good idea(he failed again).
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The irregular Dutch (aka the Geuzen) decide to lead the second raid. This raid was successful.
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In the end of 1573, the Geuzen had captured the provinces of Holland and Zeeland. Most of these people were converted to Calvinist.
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The Geuzen continued to recruit. Many other provinces had joined the rebellion by 1576.
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More people were converted to Calvinism and were captured by the Geuzen. This resulted in the creation of the a general onion.
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The Union was going strong up until this time. The Roman Catholic Walloon provinces gave the Union a large beating(but not to defeat)
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The Dutch declared independence. This was the official date.
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In this year, Spain was preoccupied with fighting England and France. Therefore, (by 1609), the Dutch home line had been secured
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By 1588, Spain had gained back back all of the lower provinces. They were ready to end it, but that didnt happen
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Fighting began again between Spain and The Union. this is a basic part of the 30 year's war
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Phillip IV was the ruler of Spain until 1621. He then gave up the throne to his son, Charles III. (the picture is of Phillip)
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After 1625, Prince Fredrick Henry of Orange was the new leader of the Union. He secured several victories.
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France allies with the Dutch. This was a very important, and key movement.
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The Franco-Dutch alliance proved to be very useful. They beat the Spanish Walloon and drove back the others(in an unknown year, i couldn't find it)
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The Dutch gather all of their last resources. The Dutch prepare to execute their last attack. Spain finally recognizes Dutch independence.
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The Dutch has already gained independence at this point. The United Provinces of the Netherlands is formed.
