During the 1500's, Holland's had political and military powers greater than Portugal
Explanation:
The Dutch gained Independence from Spain in the 16th century. They took control of various territories after then, these was as a result of their skills in trading, shipping, which helped them to build overseas colonial empire between 16th and 20th century. During the Dutch golden age, their science, trade and art became one of the most acclaimed around the world. In the 17th century, they had the most power Military and Navy in the world, by the middle of the 17th century they had overtaken the Portuguese in terms of military power, in spice and silk trade.
Capitalism is an economic system in which the trade and industry of the economy is owned and controlled by private individuals, to make profit. Communism refers to social system in which country's trade and industry are controlled by the community and the share of each individual relies on his ability and needs.
Answer: The Declaration of Independence provides a foundation for the concept of popular sovereignty, the idea that the government exists to serve the people, who elect representatives to express their will.
The first people to do so were the Akkadian's king Sargon (reigned 2334–2284 BCE). He conquered the cities of Sumer and brought them under one system of government.
