Republished with permission. Chapter 11 of the book: A Touch of Dutch. For the full pdf of the book click here.
In the wake of the Japanese occupation of the Netherlands East Indies (NEI) in early 1942, Australia became a crucial sanctuary and staging ground for Dutch military forces regrouping in exile. Among the lesser-known but Read more…
Following the rapid collapse of the Netherlands East Indies (NEI) in early 1942, a significant number of Dutch military units, merchant ships, civil servants, and business leaders managed to escape to Australia. The resulting concentration Read more…
When the Netherlands East Indies (NEI) fell to Japan in early 1942, the Dutch government-in-exile undertook to restore its military capability. Among the most significant efforts was the formation of the Mariniersbrigade, an amphibious infantry Read more…