Het beleg en de verdediging van Haarlem, in 1572-1573 (deel 1 van 3) by Capelle
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| Author | Capelle, J. van de, 1812-1850 |
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| Title | Het beleg en de verdediging van Haarlem, in 1572-1573 (deel 1 van 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "HET BELEG EN DE VERDEDIGING VAN HAARLEM, in 1572-1573 (deel 1 van 3)" by J. van de Capelle is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the significant historical event of the siege and defense of Haarlem during the Eighty Years' War between the Dutch and the Spanish Empire. It aims to recount the battles, struggles, and the valor of the inhabitants of Haarlem, emphasizing their fight for freedom and sovereignty. The opening of the work sets the stage in the winter of December 1572, portraying a city gripped by fear and uncertainty as it faces imminent threat from Spanish forces. The narrative introduces key figures such as Mayor Nicolaas van der Laan and members of the city's governing body, who are engaged in serious discussions about their strategies and the future of Haarlem. There is a palpable tension as leaders moderate between stubborn pride and the grim realities of war, foreshadowing the critical choices they must face in the defense of their city. The prose vividly illustrates the emotional landscape of the citizens and the dire circumstances leading up to the siege, highlighting their courage and resolve amidst impending chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DH: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands, Belgium, Luxemburg |
| Subject | Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 |
| Subject | Haarlem (Netherlands) -- Siege, 1572-1573 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41312 |
| Release Date | Nov 7, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 12, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 54 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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