War News from Flanders and Europe in May Reports
The Antwerp and Amsterdam courants summarize French and Imperial moves. Extraordinary preparations for war against the Emperor are noted, with German forces approaching the French front. Danes and Wirtemberg regiments move toward or are posted near key territories as peace or treaty talks unfold. The Hague and Vienna dispatches describe ministers awaiting the Empress and ongoing strategic discussions about territories, Electorates, Mantua, and Bavaria.