The Story of William of Orange (Illustrated)
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The Story of William of Orange (Illustrated)
William of Orange, once a Catholic, converted to the Protestant cause and eventually rose to lead the Protestant rebellion against Spanish rule in Netherlands. He ultimately sacrificed his life, his wealth, and his family for the cause of religious toleration and inspired the Netherlands to revolt against Spanish rule.
Contents include:
Prelude-Masters of the Sea
The Dawning Career
Accession of Philip
The Inquisition
The Rising Storm
Alva's Reign of Terror
The Horrors of Haarlem
The Relief of Leyden
Assassination of William of Orange
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