During the wars between France and Spain in the 17th century (1635–1659, 1667–68, 1672–78, 1688–97), these territories became the principal seat of conflict between the two states and French control over the area was gradually established.
Во тек на војната меѓу Франција и Шпанија во 17 век (1635-1659, 1667-1668, 1672-1678, 1688-1697), овие територии станале главни седишта на конфликт меѓу двете држави.