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=== Netherlands === Muskets began to appear in the Netherlands in the mid-16th century, during a time of growing conflict between the Dutch provinces and Spanish rule. These early firearms were matchlock muskets, which required a burning match to ignite the gunpowder. The Dutch rebels, also known as the [[Geuzen]], adapted muskets for their guerrilla tactics during the early phases of the [[Eighty Years' War]]. A pivotal figure in the development of musket tactics in the Netherlands was [[Maurice, Prince of Orange|Maurice of Nassau]], the Dutch military commander and prince who led the Dutch forces during much of the war. By the late 17th century, musket technology continued to evolve, with flintlock mechanisms gradually replacing the older matchlock designs. The Dutch military adapted these newer technologies but also faced increasing challenges from other European powers like France and England.
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