The Treaty of Nonsuch with the Dutch Republic Timeline Game
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About This Challenge
The Treaty of Nonsuch with the Dutch Republic (1585) was a pivotal moment in history that strengthened the relationship between England and the Dutch Republic during a time of political turmoil.
- England promised military support to the Dutch Republic in their fight against Spanish dominance.
- The treaty marked a turning point in the Eighty Years’ War, ultimately leading to the independence of the Dutch Republic.
Game Details: a timeline game where you place events in their correct chronological order
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- 1585: Elizabeth I signs the Treaty of Nonsuch with the Dutch Republic
- 1585: The treaty is negotiated by Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester
- 1584: The Dutch Republic seeks assistance from England in their war against Spain
- 1587: Mary, Queen of Scots is executed
- 1588: The Spanish Armada is defeated by the English navy
- 1589: England officially declares war on Spain
- 1585: English troops under Robert Dudley arrive in the Dutch Republic
- 1586: Leicester becomes the Governor-General of the Dutch Republic
- 1586: Leicester captures the town of Zutphen
- 1587: The Siege of Sluis takes place
- 1586: The Spanish capture the town of Venlo
- 1587: Leicester is recalled to England
- 1587: Leicester is replaced by William of Orange as Governor-General
- 1588: The Spanish capture the town of Geertruidenberg
- 1588: The Siege of Bergen op Zoom takes place
- 1597: The Dutch Republic gains a decisive victory against Spain at the Battle of Turnhout
- 1609: The Twelve Years' Truce is signed between the Dutch Republic and Spain
- 1585: The Treaty of Nonsuch is seen as a turning point in the Dutch struggle for independence
- 1585: The Dutch Republic receives financial and military support from England
- 1585: The Dutch Republic gains control over several strategic towns and regions