What led to the creation of Belgium?
The Southern Netherlands rebelled during the 1830 Belgian Revolution, establishing the modern Belgian state, official recognized at the London Conference of 1830. The first King of Belgium, Leopold I, assumed the throne in 1831.
Did the British own Belgium?
Belgium established its independence in the revolution of 1830. Like the other European Great Powers, Britain was slow to recognise the new state.
What is the origin of Belgium?
The word “Belgium” originates from the name “Belgica”, given by the Romans to the northern part of Gaul, which Julius Cesar conquered a few decades before the Christian Era. It is based on the name of the fierce tribes which they had to subdue in that area.
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