What did the Netherlands look like in the past and what people did thousands of years ago? The history of the Netherlands is many times older than the Netherlands itself.
Tag: Europe
After the Second World War, more and more European countries are working together in the economic and political spheres. Free movement of people, goods and services is the most important feature. Because of the many Member States and many opinions, there is a lot of discussion, and it is sometimes difficult to take decisions.
Did you know that an extinct human species has been found near the Dutch border? This kind of discovery gives us a lot of information about our history.
Time of cities and states
Have you ever heard of the separation between church and state? In the middle ages this did not exist yet. The Pope was more powerful than the emperor.
Time of explorers and reformers
History is shaped by discoveries and reforms. But there is only one period that can be called the time of the explorers and reformers.
The world is at your feet. Do you know this saying? In the era of the explorers and reformers, they have discovered almost all parts of the world.
The Pope is very powerful. But back in history, his power was much greater. Did you know that the Netherlands had to fight its way free from the Catholics?
Did you know that the Netherlands was much smaller at the beginning of the golden age? During this period, many lakes were drained. In this way, the Netherlands grew bigger and bigger.
History gives you many answers to questions about today's world. Does it even make sense that English is the most important language in the world?
The global economic crisis
An economic crisis erupted in 2009. A lot of people looked back in history. People were afraid of a crisis like the 1930s.
Bullies are often very insecure. You can see that in history. The Germans did terrible things because they felt very insecure.