Publisher's Synopsis
""By England's Aid Or The Freeing of the Netherlands 1585 to 1604"" is a historical novel written by G. A. Henty. The story is set in the late 16th century and follows the events of the Dutch War of Independence, also known as the Eighty Years' War, between the Netherlands and Spain. The main character, Ned Martin, is a young Englishman who travels to the Netherlands to fight alongside the Dutch rebels against the Spanish oppressors. Ned becomes a trusted ally of Prince Maurice of Nassau, the leader of the Dutch army, and participates in several key battles, including the Siege of Ostend. Along the way, he falls in love with a Dutch girl named Gertrude, but their relationship is complicated by the ongoing war and political tensions between England and the Netherlands. The book provides a detailed account of the military and political strategies used by both sides during the war, as well as the cultural and societal differences between England and the Netherlands. It also highlights the important role played by England in supporting the Dutch rebels, both financially and militarily. Overall, ""By England's Aid Or The Freeing of the Netherlands 1585 to 1604"" is a thrilling adventure story that also serves as a valuable historical resource for those interested in the events of the Dutch War of Independence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
