Treaty of The Hague (1661)
- When
- 1661
- Where
- The Hague
- Episodes
- 2
On 6 August 1661, the Dutch Republic and Portugal signed the Treaty of The Hague, formally recognizing Portuguese sovereignty over New Holland (Dutch Brazil) in exchange for a substantial financial indemnity.
Episodes
- Signing of the Treaty
The Dutch Republic and Portugal signed the Treaty of The Hague on 6 August 1661, formalizing the cession of New Holland to Portugal.
- Financial Indemnity
Portugal agreed to pay the Dutch Republic an indemnity of 4 million reis over 16 years in exchange for the cession of New Holland.
Background and detail
Treaty Terms. The treaty, signed on 6 August 1661, established that the Dutch Republic would recognize Portuguese sovereignty over New Holland (Dutch Brazil). In return, Portugal agreed to pay an indemnity of 4 million reis, equivalent to 2 million caroli guilders, over a period of 16 years.
People involved
- Dutch Republic · Signatory
- Portugal · Signatory
Sources
- Treaty of The Hague (1661) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-19
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