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Netherlands
This category covers questions about the Netherlands, also known as Holland, and its 12 provinces. The word "Dutch" is used to refer to the people, language, and anything related to the Netherlands. The country itself operates under a parliamentary democratic constitutional monarchy.
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What was the main reason that Britain decided to colonize New Holland?
The main reason that Britain decided to colonie New Holland was location. The location proved to be easily accesible and the natives were peaceful. New Holland is now Australia.
What is the richest city in Netherland?
The richest city in the Netherlands is the city of Zandvoort. It is located right next to another wealthy city called Haarlem.
How much is a 1970 1G Beatrix Koningin Der Netherlands?
"BEATRIX KONINGIN DER NEDERLANDEN" is Dutch for "Beatrix, Queen of the Netherlands", and "1G" is an abbreviation for "One Gulden", the Gulden being the currency of the Netherlands. A 1970 1G coin would be very rare indeed, as Beatrix did not become Queen until 1980.
Assuming that the date is in fact 1980, you probably have a coin from the Netherlands Antilles (a group of Dutch-owned islands in the Caribbean). The back of the coin, in addition to having the date and "1G", would have the words "NEDERLANDSE ANTILLEN". It's worth a couple of dollars in Uncirculated condition, and less than a dollar in circulated condition.
The largest bay in the Netherlands?
In about 1902 the largest Bay in the Netherlands was the Zuider Zee.
Genetically and culturally they are Germanic.
How much to feed a 2 and a half month old holland lop?
About half a cup and unlimited water and hay. No veggies until they are 6 months old! Good luck with your bunny. : )
Common communicable diseases in eastern Nigeria?
The following are the common communicable diseases in the east Nigeria; diarrhoea, dysentry, whooping cough, measleas, anthrax, schistosomiasis, leishmaniasis, e.t.c
What is the difference between netherland and holland?
Officially Its "The Netherlands"
"Holland" is for the Provinces Zuid- And Noord- Holland.
However, Most people Just use "holland" For all twelve Provinces. (The
Netherlands in general)
The confusion between the two names are probably caused by Tourists.
Why is Dutch called Dutch and German called German?
Dutch is called Dutch because............Well, people from Holland are called Dutch by English speaking people only. In German and French and even in Russian they are called
- German: Holländer, Niederländer
- French: les Hollandais
- Russian: gollantskij
As you can see all these words are derived from the Dutch word Holland.
Strictly spoken even Holland is wrong. Holland was the name of the county Holland until 1795. But as the economic and cultural centre of The Netherlands was situated in the old county of Holland, this last name stood for the whole of The Netherlands. Moreover the name "The Netherlands" also applies for Belgium historically. Originally there were 17 counties united as the Low Countries, in French Les Pays Bas. History divided them into two groups which became Belgium and Netherlands.
Why did Charles II want New Netherland?
The English did not want to compete with the Dutch in the colonies.
How many miles by road is it between the Hook of Holland and Munich?
The driving distance is about 537 road miles and total driving time is approximately 8 hours.
Was the Netherlands part of the Allies or the Axis during World War 2?
The Netherlands were Allies in World War II.
Queen Beatrix of Netherlands' Heir is her son Willem-Alexander, Prince of Orange
When did Canadians liberate Holland?
I suppose you mean in the second world war. The Netherlands was freed on 5 may 1945.
Which led most directly to Spain losing control of the Netherlands?
The War of Spanish succession led most directly to Spain losing control of the Netherlands. This was a war between European powers on who to succeeded Charles II.
