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Dutch Republic
Also known as United Provinces
The Dutch Republic, or United Provinces, was a confederation and great power formed when seven provinces of the Spanish Netherlands revolted against Spain. It was the first independent Dutch nation state and the predecessor of the Netherlands. It ended with the Batavian Revolution of 1795.
Key facts
| Dates | 1588 – 1795 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | confederal republic |
| Capital | The Hague (de facto) |
| Religion(s) | Dutch Reformed Church |
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.