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SIEGE OF OUDENARDE after a prolonged siege, Spanish troops and their allies take Oudenarde from the revolting Flemish
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1582 Allies Flemish Netherlands Oudenarde Prolonged Revolting Siege
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the pivotal moment in the Siege of Oudenarde, an important turning point in the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule in the late 16th century. The prolonged siege of the Flemish city of Oudenarde, which began in July 1582, saw Spanish troops and their allies, led by the Duke of Parma, relentlessly attacking the city walls. The Flemish, determined to resist Spanish control, put up a valiant fight. The print depicts the triumphant Spanish troops entering the breached city walls, marking the end of the siege. The scene is filled with a sense of chaos and destruction, with smoke rising from the buildings and the clash of swords and cries of soldiers echoing through the air. The Spanish flag is proudly raised above the city gates, symbolizing their victory. The Siege of Oudenarde was a significant event in the Dutch Revolt, which lasted from 1568 to 1648. This conflict arose from the religious and political tensions between the mainly Protestant Dutch-speaking population of the Netherlands and the predominantly Catholic Spanish rulers. The revolt ultimately led to the establishment of the Dutch Republic as an independent state. This historical print is a poignant reminder of the intense battles that shaped the history of the Netherlands and the complex relationship between the Spanish and the Flemish people. The intricate details of the print, from the soldiers' uniforms to the expressions on their faces, transport us back to this pivotal moment in history.
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