Het beleg en de verdediging van Haarlem, in 1572-1573 (deel 3 van 3)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Capelle, J. van de, 1812-1850

Language:

Dutch

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Het beleg en de verdediging van Haarlem, in 1572-1573 (deel 3 van 3)" by Capelle is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the events surrounding the siege and defense of Haarlem during the late 16th century, specifically focusing on the trials and tribulations faced by its defenders amid warfare. At the start of the narrative, we witness the aftermath of a significant skirmish, where Haarlem's defenders suffer the loss of a key lieutenant, Dirk Brazeman, while their spirited resistance gains fame across the Netherlands. Various characters, including the leader of the freebooters 't Hoen, engage in bold tactics against Spanish forces, showcasing the struggle between the besieged and their attackers. The chapter sets the stage for a series of desperate battles and strategic maneuvers, illustrating the morale and camaraderie among the defenders as they grapple with mounting challenges, tensions, and aspirations for the city's freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-08-29