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New Amsterdam: the Dutch settlement that became New York

Back in their glory days, the Dutch were busy going around the globe, stealing spices and resources,...
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On this day in 1963, Dutch exporters became millionaires overnight (thanks to one clever decision)

Forget today's Wall Street traders doing sneaky insider trading — back in the 60s, Dutch exporters had...
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7 notorious Dutch criminals that will leave you shaking in your clogs

People often think of the Netherlands as a small, prosperous, forward-thinking country. But beyond the picturesque bikes,...
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The Dutch and their monarchy, a two-sided coin

Ah, the Dutch and their monarchy. Let’s just say they have a bit of a love/hate relationship...
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How did tulips in the Netherlands become a thing?

When you think of the Netherlands, what do you picture? Maybe some windmills, coffee shops, and even...
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What was the Eighty Years’ War? The Dutch War of Independence explained

The Eighty Years' War is also known as the Dutch War of Independence. It stretched from 1568...
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The time Dutchies used cheese to defend themselves against the French

The term "cheesehead" or kaaskoppen didn't exactly come about as a compliment to the world-renowned Dutch goods...
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4 surprising similarities between the Netherlands and Australia

Think Aussies and Dutchies are oceans apart (figuratively, at least)? Think again.  Australia and the Netherlands may be...
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