"The rise of the Dutch Republic. Volume 17: 1570-72" is a fundamental historical work by the outstanding American historian John Lothrop Motley. In this book, the author refers to the events of the period 1570-1572, when the tension between the local inhabitants and the Spanish rulers was growing in the Netherlands. Motley describes in detail the complex political situation, conflicts and clashes of that time, the development of the struggle for the independence of the Netherlands from Spanish influence. The author analyzes the strategic moves of both sides, characterizes the key events and figures of that period of history. This book not only reveals the political context and military actions, but also helps to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and social background of those events. "The rise of the Dutch Republic. Volume 17: 1570-72" is an important source for anyone interested in the history of Europe and the struggle for the freedom of nations.