Beleg en verovering van Lingen, 1597 1597 - 1599

"Beleg en verovering van Lingen, 1597", is an anonymous etching created between 1597 and 1599. This detailed depiction illustrates the siege and capture of Lingen, a city in Germany, by the Dutch forces led by Prince Maurice of Nassau. The artwork provides a bird's-eye view of the fortified city, showcasing the strategic positions of both attackers and defenders, and their tactics. This historical map is a valuable resource for understanding the military strategies employed during the Eighty Years' War, and it serves as a compelling visual narrative of a pivotal moment in Dutch history. The etching is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.