Republished with permission. Chapter 8 of the book: A Touch of Dutch. For the full pdf of the book click here.
Introduction chapters of the book: Touch of Dutch
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No 18 and 120 Squadrons involved in the Western Australian Emergency – March 1944
At first glance, a worn red file folder preserved in the collection of the Bronbeek Museum appears to be one of the least remarkable objects associated with the Second World War. Unlike aircraft, weapons or Read more
Among the many fascinating objects in the collection of the Bronbeek Museum is a battered Japanese Type 90 combat helmet. At first glance it appears to be little more than a wartime relic, one of Read more
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