| kasperkombrink.nl | Niet van toepassing | The site includes personal stories about his childhood, career (primarily in the ICT sector at Philips and the Hogeschool Drenthe), and lifestyle. Casper Kombrink also shares creative works such as stories, fables, stories, columns, and poetry, as well as photos from various projects and locations. In addition to his personal history and creative output, the website is dedicated to volunteer work and political interests. The site was initially built in 2003. | Personal Stories → Autobiography 222 | writing 1504 career 2513 life 2673 photo 7778 story 8285 volunteer 8367 | Gooise Meren → Muiderberg 189 |
| canadesebegraafplaatsholten.nl | Stichting Canadese Begraafplaats Holten | The cemetery houses 1394 graves with accompanying personal stories, anecdotes, and photos, often provided by relatives. The Information Center offers free access and is accessible for less mobile visitors and serves to keep the memory of the fallen soldiers alive. The website informs about tours, school projects, volunteer positions, and the foundation that manages the cemetery and preserves its history. | Context 161394 | information center 20 tour 2315 story 8285 volunteer 8367 | Rijssen-Holten → Holten 540 |
| nationalekinderherdenking.nl | National Children’s Remembrance | The National Children’s Remembrance takes place annually on May 4th and is focused on commemorating children and emphasizing the importance of freedom. In 2025, the tenth edition was held in Madurodam, with children and veterans participating in the ‘Loop voor Hoop’ (Run for Hope) and engaging in conversations. The remembrance includes both reflection on the victims of World War II and current conflicts, alongside personal stories from children who have experienced freedom and flight. The livestream of the remembrance and previous editions are available on the website, and visitors can support the remembrance. | History → Historical Events 205 | testimony 69 remembrance 165 livestream 478 freedom 848 child 11566 | The Hague → Scheveningen 1625 |
| adoptiegraven-margraten.nl | Grave Adoption Foundation | The website informs visitors about the use of cookies and similar techniques, as required by law. Capturing visitor behavior is necessary to optimize the website, manage advertising, and integrate social media. Third parties, such as YouTube, may place cookies via the website for embedding videos and collecting statistics. | Websites → Information Sites 174 | statistics 392 cookie 602 advertising 2302 | |
| vox-voks.nl | Vereniging Oud Korea Strijders | The association focuses on supporting its members and their relatives, and promoting friendly contact. The website provides information on the history of the association, news, films, interviews, photos, articles, and a digital version of the VOX-VOKS magazine. The association organizes commemorations and reunions to strengthen ties between members and promote camaraderie. | Specialized History → European History 107 | descendants 48 war 272 magazine 2182 association 8562 member 10154 | Gooise Meren → Naarden 1154 |
| bertvanvondel.nl | Bert van Vondel | The site contains columns and texts by Bert van Vondel, including ‘Every War is a Crime Against Humanity,’ in which he condemns war as deception and fraud. The platform also offers topics such as peace education, guest lectures, and reactions from students, embedding an educational component. The website is dedicated to the ideas of Coert Poort (1922-2004) and includes a photo of him taken in Soulac, France. | Philosophy → Ethics 598 | war 272 thoughts 444 people 627 texts 1218 | |
| paultenbroeke.nl | Paultenbroeke.nl | Paul ten Broeke describes himself as a versatile person with passions for photography, technology, and organizing Battlefield Tours, emphasizing the engagement and meaning of the subjects involved. The website contains information about the memorial books ‘Tread Softly’ (published in 2017) and ‘Their Story Remains Here’ (published in 2025), which tell the stories of deceased soldiers from the municipality of Gennep and Milsbeek-Ottersum. The website offers an overview of his various projects and invites visitors to contact him for more information. | Dutch History → Eighty Years’ War 29 World War II → Liberation 82 | technology 6816 story 8285 photography 9503 book 11396 | Limburg → Gennep 574 |
| urkinoorlogstijd.nl | Urk in oorlogstijd | Urk was used by Allied pilots as a landmark during the air war, due to its location between dikes and frequent target for downed aircraft. World War II led to increasing restrictions and animosity towards the Germans, resulting in a growing resistance movement that supported the protection of vulnerable people. The website covers themes such as mobilization, daily living conditions, the impact of the war on the residents, and events in the Noordoostpolder. | Specialized History → World War II 1134 | dike 148 resistance 230 war 272 | Flevoland → Urk 762 |
| maquetteatelier.nl | The Maquette Atelier | The atelier combines modern technology with traditional craftsmanship in its projects. The exhibition 'The Wonderful World of El Pintor' at the Instituut Beeld en Geluid explores the role of imagination and creativity in children. The atelier developed the construction and blueprints for various exhibitions, such as 'Explosiegevaar!' at the Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam, and transformed the former studio of Rembrandt into a laboratory. | Galleries & Exhibitions → Exhibitions 1083 | maquette 37 atelier 1417 craftsmanship 1858 exhibition 5332 technology 6816 | Hilversum → Town Hall Quarter 26 |
| nationalejongerenherdenking.nl | Stichting Jongerenherdenking | The second edition of the National Youth Remembrance took place in 2018 and was intended as a supplement to the National Day of Remembrance. This remembrance is organized by young people themselves, to reflect uniquely on the victims of war. Despite the remembrance not taking place in 2023, an alternative is offered via Theater Na de Dam, which offers a program on May 4th. | Holidays & Commemorations → National Holidays 476 | remembrance 165 war 272 theater 2544 youth 3126 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| brabantsgesneuvelden.nl | Stichting Herdenking Brabants Gesneuvelden | The website offers further information about the foundation, its origins and objectives. Through the website, the personal details of fallen Brabant military personnel and resistance fighters are accessible, often accompanied by photos and personal stories. The memorial monument for the Brabant Fallen in Waalre serves as a remembrance place for the victims of various wars, and the website contains information about the upcoming commemoration in 2025. | Outdoor → Memorials 269 | secretariat 142 commemoration 181 monument 1168 foundation 6678 story 8285 | North-Brabant → Waalre 565 |
| wilpermolen.nl | WilperMolen Preservation Foundation | Each year, the Posterenk festivities take place at the end of May, an event with diverse activities. The website informs about the restoration of the WilperMolen 'The roof off', where crowdfunding is possible through the Molenfonds or direct deposits to the WilperMolen Preservation Foundation. Attention is paid to the 77th commemoration of the liberation of Posterenk by the Canadian army on April 13, 2022, with a livestream available, and the call to carry the Canadian flag. | World War II → Remembrance 120 | festivity 12 liberation 116 windmill 249 livestream 478 flag 529 story 8285 | Voorst → Wilp 142 |
| willemsefotografie.nl | Peter Willemse Photography | The site features recent work and serial work by Peter Willemse Photography, with a focus on various photography disciplines. There is a dedicated section on war graves and camps, suggesting a specific and potentially sensitive photographic interest area. The website provides information about mobile slot machines for different operating systems (iOS, Android, Windows Phone). | Economy & Finance → Economics 1115 | slot machine 27 android 93 iphone 662 photography 9503 | |
| sang-ajang.nl | N/A | The text contains detailed information about various ships that participated in the slave trade between 1816 and 1818, ranging from brigs to frigates. Each ship is described with details such as its name, nationality, captain, and the port from which it departed. The documentation also includes personal data of passengers and crew, such as names, occupations, and origins. There is information about the condition of the ships, such as the situation of 'De Vriendschap' on April 20th. The data is collected from various sources, including news reports and official documents, and provides an overview of the logistics and the participants in this controversial trade. | Time Periods → 18th Century 21 | captain 81 port 324 person 448 ship 5103 data 5872 | South-Holland → Rotterdam 25048 |
| marshallmuseum.nl | Marshallmuseum | The website addresses the impact of World War II and the Marshall Plan, with attention to the reconstruction of European economies. Special attention is paid to the specific challenges faced by veterans upon returning to society and the special guidance they require. The website describes the transformation of the Dutch army into a business culture focused on efficiency and profitability, as well as the historical significance of weapons such as the crossbow and armor. | Social Issues & Welfare → Social Issues 18544 | crossbow 13 armor 15 army 27 veteran 192 war 272 | |
| veteranenkrimpen.nl | Veteranen Krimpen | The website features personal stories from veterans of Krimpen aan de IJssel, sharing their experiences from wartime. The photo album displays images of historical and current missions and their impact on the veterans. The website provides an overview of the various types of missions the veterans have undertaken and the often difficult conditions they faced. | Personal Stories → Autobiography 222 | veteran 192 photo album 686 mission 1000 story 8285 | |
| stichtingveteranendeventer.nl | Stichting Veteranen Deventer | The foundation organizes a Veteran Café, which takes place every third Tuesday of the month at café de Heeren on the Brink, where veterans and families can meet and share experiences. The website provides information about the activities of the foundation, including the Veteran Café and the various missions that the Netherlands has carried out. The foundation functions as a partner for the municipal government and other veteran organizations and offers opportunities for donations and volunteering. | Social Organization → Veteran Organizations 103 | veteran 192 mission 1000 board 3438 family 6462 | Overijssel → Deventer 4751 |
| oorlogsgraf.nl | John van den Boogaart | The website contains information about the Ysselsteyn cemetery, including graves, German ranks, causes of death, and ages per war year, as well as old photos. Furthermore, the site describes other German military cemeteries in Belgium and Germany, such as Lommel, Recogne, Hooglede and Mönchengladbach. The website also provides archival material about Dutch mine clearers and tours, and contains information about Dutch war graves. | Specialized History → World War II 1134 | graveyard 14 soldier 59 deceased 83 cemetery 395 tours 1048 archive 2067 | Venray → Ysselsteyn 114 |
| adoptiegravenmierlo.nl | Stichting Adoptiegraven Mierlo CWGC War Cemetery | The website describes the informal tradition of adopting graves in Mierlo, which has grown from stories and connections, often passed down from parents to children. The Adoptiegraven Mierlo CWGC War Cemetery Foundation, established in 2025, aims to restart the adoption of graves on the British War Cemetery, conducting historical research, maintaining contacts, and contributing to education. The website emphasizes the role of the Mierlo municipality as a key pillar in supporting British ceremonies such as ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day. | Protestantism → Churches 1009 | adoption 359 ceremony 824 foundation 6678 history 7286 | Eijsden-Margraten → Margraten 223 |
| dutchwarbirdfoundation.nl | Dutch Warbird Foundation | The organization maintains the concept and history of the Curtiss P-40 and brings the aircraft back to life by searching, restoring, and potentially building necessary parts. The restoration process takes place in collaboration with Pioneer Aero in New Zealand and is digitally followed through videos and photos. The DWF aims for visitors to be able to see the P-40 at airshows and exhibitions and ideally to fly in it with them. | Air Services → Aviation 444 | airshow 19 aircraft 269 restoration 3417 video 6714 | |
| paulabrunsveldvanhulten.nl | SylSoulFood | The book "The Unbelieved Land" provides a deep exploration of the history of Dutch East Indies, the Japanese occupation, and subsequent decolonization. The website promotes a lecture about the book, scheduled for November 30, 2019, at the Veteranen Ontmoetings Centrum VOC De Ouwe Stomp in Den Bosch, with a particular focus on police actions. The website notes that the event and catering are organized by www.SylSoulFood.nl, with a contribution of €7.50 being appreciated. | Dutch History → Colonialism 30 | indonesia 88 lecture 1624 catering 6456 history 7286 book 11396 | The Hague → Haagse Hout 347 |
| bwvmedia.nl | BWV Media | The website manages several websites, including Marineschepen.nl, Marineschepen.be and Naviesworldwide.com. The portfolio includes books, such as ‘In het diepste geheim’ (In Deepest Secret), a non-fiction work about the secret operations of Dutch submarines during the Cold War, and the thriller ‘Orka’. BWV Media is also responsible for the English translation of ‘In het diepste geheim’. | Fiction → Thriller 150 | non-fiction 32 thriller 146 publisher 757 book 11396 | |
| marijkevanes.nl | MiaM | The Hi Streetart Festival in Hoogeveen provides a platform for street art, with Mischa van Huijstee and Marijke van Es among the attendees. The artists create custom artwork by incorporating a story or topic into a poem, which is then illustrated by Marijke on a canvas with paint. The duo can be found at art markets and literary festivals, where they often create custom artwork, frequently within a tight 15-minute timeframe. | Literature → Dutch Literature 292 | poem 1014 artwork 2248 festival 3804 paint 8747 | Aa en Hunze → Gasselternijveen 68 |
| herinneringscentrum40-45.nl | Stichting Behoud Oorlogsherinneringen | The center displays donated items to the general public. The organization is looking for volunteers to support the location. The website contains information about opening hours, contact details, photos, and job vacancies. | Museums → Local Museums 87 | exhibit 36 volunteer 8367 | Eindhoven → Woensel-North 176 |
| miekemintjes.nl | Mieke Mintjes | The website includes an overview of Mieke Mintjes’ various books and collections, including works about the Battle of the Grebbeberg, the Airborne Landings 1944, and Christmas stories. There are separate categories for poems, including grief poems, village poems, and stories, as well as a selection of sagas and legends. The website offers the possibility to post comments and includes photos and information about art and creative projects, such as River Art and tiles. | Poetry → Poets 42 | poem 1014 history 7286 story 8285 book 11396 | |
| diensttijd.nl | Defensie | The website contains the personal story of Tom Spitters about his military service as a UN soldier in Bosnia (1993-1994, described in chapters). There is a historical section about the war in Bosnia, the role of the UN and the EU mission in Mostar. The website offers a guestbook where visitors can share their own experiences and memories about military service. | Specialized History → Military History 507 | bosnia 10 military service 11 un 12 guestbook 338 history 7286 | Woensdrecht → Ossendrecht 136 |
| veteranensomeren.nl | Stichting Veteranen Someren | The foundation originated in the 1960s and was officially established in 1997 as Stichting Oud-Indiëgangers, and in 2019 expanded its scope to encompass all veterans. The foundation supports veterans in remembrance events and celebrations of freedom, as well as in organizing community projects within the municipality of Someren. Veterans have been deployed globally in various missions, including in Indonesia, Korea, New Guinea, Lebanon, Cambodia, Yugoslavia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Turkey, Mali and Jordan. | World War II → Remembrance 120 | remembrance 165 veteran 192 freedom 848 peace 1113 municipality 6837 | The Hague → Haagse Hout 347 |
| honor-ringdesign.nl | Honor Ring Design | The website offers a selection of veteran rings, including seal rings and classic models, in various materials such as stainless steel and sterling silver. There is a focus on customization, with the possibility of designing custom rings and modifying existing models. The site includes photos, videos, and a ring size chart, as well as information on delivery times and general terms and conditions. It also presents location information with a cemetery in Margraten and drone images of the Normandy beaches. | Jewelry → Rings 84 | veteran 192 ring 800 video 6714 | Eijsden-Margraten → Margraten 223 |
| visserijdagen-katwijk.nl | Visserijdagen Katwijk | The memorial service begins on Monday, July 8th, 2024, at 19:30 at the Oude Kerk (Old Church), Boulevard 109, with a moment of comfort and encouragement. Subsequently, a silent procession under the chime of bells will proceed to the monument at the corner of Boulevard/Rijnmond, next to Villa Allegonda, and a short ceremony with a wreath-laying will take place. In case of rain, the program will continue in the church. The Harmony Katwijk and the Sion men's choir will provide support. | National Holidays → Liberation Day 29 | procession 82 memorial 196 monument 1168 church 3439 | Katwijk → Katwijk aan Zee 616 |
| zomerrust.nl | Zomerrust | The website describes the background of its founder, Rob Zomer, who after his deployment as a soldier of Dutchbat III in Bosnia, experienced a difficult period and eventually moved to Srebrenica. Zomerrust has been built with the intention of offering veterans who wish to return to Bosnia a peaceful place, and is currently under construction with the help of donations and revenue from the B&B. The website encourages visitors to contribute to the project by booking a stay or via the Gofundme crowdfunding campaign. | Hiking → Trails 356 | bosnia 10 veteran 192 bed and breakfast 305 peace 1113 donation 5110 | |
| memorials-montfoort.nl | Committee Memorials Montfoort | During World War II, nine British aircraft crashed in the dark polders of the Lopikerwaard, with a crew of 55 men from various countries. Of these 55 men, 44 lost their lives in the polders of the Lopikerwaard, while 11 were taken prisoner by the Germans. The website offers details about the nine fatal flights, with particular focus on the two Stirling crashes on Montfoort's territory, and the unveilings of 2022 and 2024 with memorial markers and a plaque. | World War II → Remembrance 120 | remembrance 165 memorial 196 aircraft 269 polder 476 flight 864 | Montfoort → Heeswijk 40 |
| 4en5meimontfoort.nl | Comité 4 en 5 mei Montfoort | The website contains photos of the remembrance ceremony on 4 May which took place on the Kasteelplein in Montfoort. The website describes the liberation celebration on 5 May in Montfoort, where 80 years of freedom were celebrated. The liberation celebration at Boer Hans was a great success with a high turnout and positive atmosphere. The website provides an overview of the activities that took place in the run-up to 4 and 5 May, including a freedom breakfast and the annual 4 May remembrance ceremony on the Kasteelplein. | National Holidays → Liberation Day 29 | remembrance 165 freedom 848 photo 7778 | Utrecht → Montfoort 673 |