Dollot, Rena (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book investigates the development of Belgian neutrality from its origins to the period leading up to World War I. The author argues that neutrality was not merely a legal status imposed on Belgium by external powers, but rather the natural product of its historical, geographical, and geopolitical circumstances. The book traces the evolution of Belgian neutrality from the time of the Holy Roman Empire through the Burgundian era, the reign of Charles V, and the Dutch revolt, examining the roles of France, England, and the Netherlands in shaping Belgium's destiny. The book provides a comprehensive and nuanced account of the origins of Belgian neutrality, demonstrating its deep roots in the region's history and its enduring significance for European diplomacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.