The Netherlands Was Officially Recognized as an Independent State from Spain

question 44

Multiple Choice

The Netherlands was officially recognized as an independent state from Spain after which of the following treaties?

• A) Treaty of Westphalia
• B) Treaty of Verdun
• C) Treaty of Ghent
• D) Treaty of Paris
• E) Treaty of Versailles

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