By England's Aid Or The Freeing of the Netherlands 1585 to 1604

""By England's Aid"" is a historical fiction novel by G. A. Henty, published in 1895. The story is set in the late 16th century and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Ned Martin. Ned joins the army of Sir Francis Drake and travels to the Netherlands to fight against the Spanish forces of King Philip II. Ned becomes a trusted ally of the Dutch leader, William the Silent, and participates in several key battles, including the Siege of Ostend and the Battle of Nieuwpoort. Along the way, he falls in love with a Dutch girl named Jacqueline, but their relationship is threatened by the ongoing conflict.The novel provides a detailed account of the political and military events of the time, including the religious tensions between Protestants and Catholics. Henty's writing style is characterized by his attention to historical accuracy and his emphasis on the virtues of courage, loyalty, and patriotism.Overall, ""By England's Aid"" is a thrilling adventure story that offers a glimpse into an important period of European history. It is a classic work of historical fiction that continues to captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.