England's Involvement in the Treaty of the Pyrenees: A Brief Overview

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In summary, England (under Oliver Cromwell) joined France in a war against Spain in 1654, with both countries having different interests in the conflict. The Treaty of the Pyrenees (1659) ultimately favored France on both its southern and northern borders, with England gaining the port of Dunkirk. However, England's interests were not well represented in the treaty, as the political turmoil in the country at the time may have affected their negotiations. In 1660, the restored Stuart regime made a separate peace with Spain and sold Dunkirk to France.
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Does anyone know England's involvement in the Treaty of the Pyrenees, i.e. in the Spanish-French extension of the Thirty Years War?

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I know England (under Oliver Cromwell) joined France in a war against Spain in 1654. England was interested in the Spanish possessions in the West Indies while France was primarily interested in expanding its territory in Europe at the expense of Spain. The Stuarts favored Spain, but were out of power in England until 1660. The Treaty of the Pyrenees (1659) primarily benefited France on both its southern and northern borders. England got the port of Dunkirk. The senior Cromwell died in 1658 and his ineffective son left England in political turmoil, so England's interests were apparently not well represented in the treaty. In 1660, the restored Stuart regime made a separate peace with Spain and sold Dunkirk to France.
 
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1. What is the Treaty of the Pyrenees?

The Treaty of the Pyrenees was a treaty signed in 1659 between France and Spain to end the conflict known as the Franco-Spanish War.

2. What were the terms of the Treaty of the Pyrenees?

The treaty established the international boundary between France and Spain, with France gaining territory in the Spanish Netherlands and Catalonia. It also ended the marriage alliance between the two countries and made peace between them.

3. Why was the Treaty of the Pyrenees important?

The treaty marked the end of the Franco-Spanish War, which had been ongoing for over 20 years. It also solidified France's position as the dominant power in Europe, as well as establishing the modern-day borders between France and Spain.

4. Who were the key figures involved in negotiating the Treaty of the Pyrenees?

The main negotiators were Cardinal Jules Mazarin for France and Don Luis de Haro for Spain. The two were assisted by their respective monarchs, King Louis XIV of France and King Philip IV of Spain.

5. How did the Treaty of the Pyrenees impact Europe?

The treaty had significant political and territorial implications for Europe, as it solidified France's power and weakened Spain's influence. It also set a precedent for future treaties and negotiations between European powers.

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