The Glorious Revolution or How the Netherlands Conquered England

The last successful invasion of England happened in 1688

The Dutch invasion force landed in southwest England in 1688 (Image: Wikimedia Commons)

Being on an island gives you natural protection against enemies. The enemy has to build lots of ships, hope for nice weather, and then there are only a few suitable places to land your troops, which can be easily defended. England has all of this. Throughout…