Chapter 1.16: Causes of the Dutch Revolt
Why did Philip II send an army to the Netherlands?
Who was the leader of this army?
What did many Dutch nobles do when they heard the news of the approaching army?
How did Alva keep control of the country?
What was the function of the Councils of Troubles?
What happened to the counts of Egmont and Hoorne?
What did William of Orange do?
What did Margareth do?
Why did Alva raise the taxes?
What happened to the property of nobles who had fled the country?
What was the result of Alva's harsh actions?