Early Modern era · 1579
Union of Utrecht
The Union of Utrecht (Dutch: Unie van Utrecht) was an alliance based on an agreement concluded on 23 January 1579 between a number of Dutch provinces and cities, to reach a joint commitment against the king, Philip II of Spain. By joining forces, they hoped to force him to stop his harsh administrative measures.
- When
- 1579
- Where
- Lordship of Utrecht
- Era
- Early Modern
Before and after
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