Dutch History

Historic Huguenot Street becomes haunted on Halloween by scary tales unearthed from New Paltz' past and folk tales of its Dutch and Native American ancestors.

Oct 23, 2009 - Terence P Ward

After overthrowing the French under Bonaparte, the Dutch royal family reasserted the independence of the Netherlands by establishing it as a kingdom.

Jul 24, 2009 - Emily Chauviere

The royal family of Orange-Nassau rules the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Jul 24, 2009 - Emily Chauviere

The royal family of Orange-Nassau formed the Low Countries into the independent political body of the Stadholderate of the Netherlands.

Jul 24, 2009 - Emily Chauviere

Religious uprisings by Dutch Calvinists helped establish Dutch Independence from Spain. The Dutch Revolt was led by Protestant leader, William the Silent.

Nov 9, 2008 - Lorri Brown

In the space of about 150 years, the Dutch have gone from being one of Europe's smallest people to the tallest in the world. A look at what may have caused this.

Jun 2, 2008 - Cecily Layzell

The Dutch East India Company was a joint stock company who monopolized the spice trade of the 17th century. They established trading ports all over Asia.

Apr 21, 2008 - Lorri Brown

The Dutch Golden Age of the 17th Century was brought about in part by religious toleration and successful trade with the rest of Western Europe.

Apr 17, 2008 - Lorri Brown

Christmas traditions in the Netherlands revolve around the celebration of Saint Nicholas, which takes place on December 6th.

Nov 9, 2007 - Lorri Brown