Amsterdam flooded by order of the Prince of Orange during the Franco-Dutch War of 1672, The Prince said "There is one way to avoid a French advance to die defending it in the last ditch". On 7 July, the inundations were complete and the further advance of the French army was effectively blocked.

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"Illustrated History of England" Published by Cassel Petter & Gal

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Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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