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Windmills are used to pump water over the dikes, so that the land is farmable and not flooded by sea water. Also they are used to provide electricity.
In the past they were also used to saw wood, make bread, make oils and probably some other things as well.
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∙ 17y ago
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∙ 14y agoAt the moment the modern ones make Electricity. The old ones where used to pump water, Holland Made just about 20 % of the land by making dykes and pumping away the water. parts of Holland are below sea level. also they where used to drive all kind of machines (before the steam engine) sawing timber, making planks, to make ships. all around 1600/1700 grinding corn and weeds to make flour.
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∙ 13y agoHolland was a country of farmers. The windmills were used for the proces of making flower.
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∙ 13y agoIn Holland they work exactly the same as in any other country. Search Wikipedia for more info.
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∙ 12y agoBecause the Dutch people invented the sawmill.
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What places can windmills be found?
Windmills are found, mainly in Holland.
What types of houses are in Holland?
windmills
What is the traditional form of power in holland?
windmills
What is famous about Holland?
Holland is famous about their windmills, tulips, pointy roofs, and wooden shoes.
Tourist attractions in Holland?
flowers, windmills and clogs
Which country do we usually associate with windmills and clogs?
Holland or the Netherlands
What country in western Europe is famous for their windmills?
The Netherlands (Holland)
In what countries are windmills found in today?
ireland Holland and Sweeden i think.
What special buildings would you find in the country sides of Holland?
Windmills
What nation is famous for tulips wood shoes and windmills?
Netherlands ( Holland)
What is holland well known for?
Flowers, cheese, windmills, prostitution, drugs
Which country has windmills and tulips?
The Netherlands, which is sometimes incorrectly referred to as Holland.
