In the spring of 1656, almost eight years after the signing of the Peace of Münster, the States General decided to send a representative to Madrid. This thesis focusses on the life and work of...Show moreIn the spring of 1656, almost eight years after the signing of the Peace of Münster, the States General decided to send a representative to Madrid. This thesis focusses on the life and work of Hendrik van Reede van Renswoude, the first Dutch ambassador in Spain.Show less