The Complexities of the Thirty Years' War

This chapter offers a comprehensive overview of the Thirty Years' War, highlighting major events such as the Defenestration of Prague and the Battle of White Mountain. It examines the psychological impact of the war on Central Europe's residents, including the pervasive fear and societal strains caused by refugee crises. Additionally, the chapter scrutinizes Britain's unofficial military contributions and the roles of external powers that influenced the war's prolonged duration.