How is the Dutch national anthem, that has its origins during a 1568 siege of a French city, connected to the Dutch Revolt? What is the revolt’s role in the birth of modernity? And, why does it say ‘to the King of Spain I’ve granted a lifelong loyalty’?Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the national anthem with the deepest history, the Wilhelmus.Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠⁠restishistory.com⁠⁠.Father’s Day discounted gift memberships available here. Treat your dad to ad-free listening, early access to full series, bonus episodes, and much more.To read our new newsletter, sign up at: ⁠⁠therestishistory.com/newsletters⁠⁠_______Advertise with us: ⁠[email protected]⁠_______Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations._______Twitter:@TheRestHistory@holland_tom@dcsandbrookVideo Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry BaldenProducers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill  Executive Producer: Dom JohnsonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices