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This plain was traversed by a high and wide counter-dike, called the dike of Couvestien; and Alexander, knowing its importance, had early taken possession of and strongly defended it by several forts. Two attacks were made by the garrison of Antwerp on this important construction; the latter of which led to one of the most desperate encounters of the war.
Effects of William's Death on the History of his Country Firm Conduct of the United Provinces They reject the Overtures of the Prince of Parma He reduces the whole of Flanders Deplorable Situation of the Country Vigorous Measures of the Northern States Antwerp besieged Operations of the Siege Immense Exertions of the Besiegers The Infernal Machine Battle on the Dike of Couvestien Surrender of Antwerp Extravagant Joy of Philip II. The United Provinces solicit the Aid of France and England Elizabeth sends them a supply of Troops under the Earl of Leicester He returns to England Treachery of some English and Scotch Officers Prince Maurice commences his Career The Spanish Armada Justin of Nassau blocks up the Prince of Parma in the Flemish Ports Ruin of the Armada Philip's Mock Piety on hearing the News Leicester dies Exploits and Death of Martin Schenck Breda surprised The Duke of Parma leads his Army into France His famous Retreat His Death and Character.
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