D) it protects our nation
The century from the conclusion of the Twelve Years’ Truce in 1609 until either the death of Prince William III in 1702 or the conclusion of the Peace of Utrecht in 1713 is known in Dutch history as the “Golden Age.” It was a unique era of political, economic, and cultural greatness during which the little nation on the North Sea ranked among the most powerful and influential in Europe and the world.
Technological advances increased profit and productivity
It was the battle of Gettysburg that was the most famous battle of the war and the battle after which the South started to decline. It caused the largest number of casualties of the entire war.
The military coup that started in April of 1974 marked the beginning of what was known as the Carnation Revolution.