The Dutch Republic, formally the Republic of the Seven United Netherlands, was a confederation of provinces that existed from 1588 to 1795. It rose as a major maritime power during the Dutch Golden Age, influencing global trade and arts.
The Dutch Republic, formally the Republic of the Seven United Netherlands, was a confederation of provinces that existed from 1588 to 1795. It rose as a major maritime power during the Dutch Golden Age, influencing global trade and arts.