Atlantic Wall During the occupation by the Germans in 1940-1944, they wanted to prevent an Allied landing and therefore built a 5000-km-long defensive line along the coast, from Norway through France. This included the placement of bunkers, minefields and cannons…
Origin The village of Haestinge in Sinte Martensdike was mentioned for the first time in a charter of 1357. The village, which at that time already had some economic significance, probably arose in the 13th century near the castle of…
Origin It is thought that the castle was built in the 13th century. At that time, Jan Dankertszoon van Overbordene had possessions in the Oudelandpolder. His son Gheront bought these in 1311 from Count William III of Holland and Zeeland.…
Presidents Roosevelt One of the most prominent American families: The Roosevelt family produced two presidents in the 20th century: Theodore, or Teddy (1901-1909), and Franklin Delano (1933-1945). The only president to be elected four times. Franklin was also married to…
Origin In 1410, the diking off was commissioned of the salt marshes and mud flats where Oud-Vossemeer is now located. In addition, the right to operate a ferry and the right of passage were granted to the lords of the…
First diking off The first diking off took place in 1487 in the area of the current village Sint Philipsland. This took place at the initiative of Anna of Burgundy, an illegitimate child of Duke Philip of Burgundy who was…
Madder Madder was a very profitable crop in Zeeland for centuries. The red dye alizarin was extracted from the roots of the madder plant. It was used for dying wool, cotton, silk and leather. Almost every village had its own…
Origin The island of Tholen was bisected by the Pluimpot until the 16th century. This estuary was dammed in 1556. Ships accessed the town and Scherpenisse through the Pluimpot. In the Zeeland island area, passengers and cargo were transported by…