Why is the thirty years war so important. what impact did it had on the world then and now and............?

Question

what are its far reaching affects. I believe this is very intersting so could u explain to me please.

Answer 1

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/30_years_war

Answer 2

The 30 years war which did not last for 30 years. Different historians give different lengths was several wars rolled into one. The reason they are grouped together is that they all had a religious cause. It was from the outset a religious conflict between Protestants and Catholics.
The war ended with the Peace of Westphalia which achieved several long term effects

The Treaty of Westphalia incorporated four basic principles:

The principle of the sovereignty of nation-states and the fundamental right of political self determination

The principle of (legal) equality between nation-states

The principle of internationally binding treaties between states

The principle of non-intervention of one state in the internal affairs of another state

These ideas are crucial in the development of international relations, forming the basis for the modern system of recognized sovereignty for every independent nation-state.

The Treaty established a framework of international law through binding treaties between states, intended to establish a durable peace between the parties involved. This was revolutionary at the time, because it relied on international agreements between sovereign states rather than military strength.

The principles brought about by this peace are said to has brought in the modern era. It also marked the last of the truly religious wars in Europe and the beginnings of nationalism.