Lecture 6 Revolt of the Netherlands

The Revolt of the Netherlands

A historical event where the Dutch provinces rebelled against Spanish rule in the 16th century.

Republic

A form of government where power is held by the people and their elected representatives.

Federal structure

A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.

Freedom of speech and thought

The right to express one's opinions and beliefs without censorship or fear of retaliation.

Calvinism

A branch of Protestantism that follows the teachings of John Calvin, emphasizing predestination and the sovereignty of God.

Antwerp

A city in Belgium that was a major financial and distribution center in Western Europe during the 16th century.

William the Silent

A leader of the Dutch Revolt, also known as Prince of Orange, who played a key role in the rebellion against Spanish rule.

Inquisition

A Roman Catholic tribunal established to root out and punish heresy.

Iconoclasm

The destruction of religious icons and symbols.

Treaty of Nonsuch

An agreement signed in 1585 between England and the Dutch rebels against Spanish rule.

Duke of Parma

Philip II's ablest general who won victories in the Netherlands and played a significant role in the events leading to the formation of the Dutch Republic.

Union of Arras

Formed in 1579, it consisted of the 10 loyal southern provinces of the Netherlands that remained Catholic and eventually became Belgium.

Union of Utrecht

Created by William of Orange in response to the Union of Arras, it included the seven northern provinces of the Netherlands and adopted Calvinism.

United Provinces

The name adopted by the Dutch Republic after declaring independence from Philip II of Spain in 1581.

Armada

Philip II's plan to attack England with a fleet of ships, which ultimately failed.

Calvinism

A Protestant branch that became the established church in the Dutch Republic, offering salvation to the righteous and inheriting wealth from the Catholic Church.

Maurice of Nassau

A Dutch military leader who introduced new military tactics, including the linear formation of Dutch battalions and the volley fire technique.