Author |
Macaulay, Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron, 1800-1859 |
Title |
Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Zehnter Band: enthaltend Kapitel 19 und 20.
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Credits |
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Summary |
"Geschichte von England seit der Thronbesteigung Jakob's des Zweiten. Zehnter Band" by Thomas Babington Macaulay is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the political and military events surrounding the reign of King William III of England, focusing particularly on the intricate dynamics of alliances, conflicts, and governance during the late 17th century. Macaulay analyzes significant historical figures and events, revealing the complexities of power struggles that shaped England’s history during this tumultuous period. The opening of this volume introduces the 19th chapter, discussing the foreign policy of King William III and the challenges he faced from various European powers, including the Northern states. As tensions rose, Macaulay highlights William's diplomatic efforts to maintain the coalition against France, while detailing the unrest among his allies and the feeble state of Spanish governance. The chapter sets the stage for military encounters, notably the siege of Namur and the ensuing battles, indicating both the valor and strategic struggles encountered by William and his forces, which define the early chapters of his reign amidst the larger geopolitical landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
German |
LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- James II, 1685-1688
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Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- William and Mary, 1689-1702
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Text |
EBook-No. |
47173 |
Release Date |
Oct 22, 2014 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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