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The Hunger Winter: the Dutch famine of 1944-45 - DutchReview
WEBNov 29, 2023 · How did people survive the Hunger Winter? Between 18,000 and 22,000 people died during the Hunger Winter, most of whom were older men. When we talk about survival rates, it’s important to remember that it was not just the supply of …
How to learn Dutch: the ultimate guide (by people who learned!)
WEBJan 4, 2024 · ⚖️ Differences between Dutch and English. You may know that there are some English words which have their roots in ye olde Dutch.Words like “boss”, “bluff”, “cookie”, “Santa Claus”, and even “Yankee” all trace their origin to Dutch — and that might be the reason why some people say learning Dutch is easy if you already speak English.
The Dutch education system: the simple guide to Dutch schools
WEBApr 9, 2024 · The Dutch education system looks incredibly confusing from the outside — yet it’s considered to be among the best in the world.. But where it gets tricky is the multiple different paths with twists and turns towards graduation and higher education.
Coming to the Netherlands: 24 things to know and do if
WEBDec 10, 2020 · Find a place to call your home. So, first things first, you need to find a place to call your own. I’m going to get straight to the point: finding a place to rent in the Netherlands can be a bit like a game of cat and mouse.
Dutch DNA: are the Dutch actually Dutch? - DutchReview
WEBFeb 2, 2024 · If I say the word “Dutch”, you probably have a very clear image in your head of what a Dutch person should look like. Way too tall, mainly, as we short folk have never actually seen the faces of these giants up close.. But …
21 beautiful towns in the Netherlands that aren’t Amsterdam
WEBMay 22, 2024 · Nicknamed the Torenstad because of its large, historic buildings and variety of towers that form the city’s skyline, this “Hanzestad” has a rich history going back to the days of the Romans 1,700 years ago.. Some of the things you definitely shouldn’t miss on your visit include the wine house, the museum, and Zutphen’s unique library.
Your guide to drop: the Dutch take on liquorice - DutchReview
WEBAug 16, 2024 · The infamous Dutch drop: some salivate at the thought of it, while others wince and pucker.Dutchies love it, but it can be a real shock to the system for those not accustomed.. Opinions of drop tend to be black and white, but the liquorice itself comes in all colours and flavours. Many are even delicious, fruity, and sweet, so it’s worth doing a bit of experimenting.
The Trias Politica: Dutch system of government and why it matters
WEBMar 17, 2021 · The judiciary in the Netherlands is in the hands of the judges. According to Montesquieu, these judges must be controlled by citizens in the form of a jury trial but that is not the case in the Netherlands.The most important function of the judiciary is the settlement of disputes based on the laws of the land.
Photo report: the Netherlands at war, 1940-1945 - DutchReview
WEBMay 1, 2024 · This year, we’re celebrating 79 years since the end of World War II.The world we live in today is quite different, making this the perfect day to reflect on the grand historical event that WWII was.