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The Liberation of the Netherlands: Why Freedom Had to Wait

A carrier crew of 8th Rifle Brigade hands out chocolate to Dutch civilians during the advance of 11th Armoured Division in Holland, 22 September 1944.

Today is May 5, 2026. You’re probably wondering what this could possibly have to do with World War II, unless you’re Dutch. May 8, 1945 marked the official end of World War II in Europe. Sometimes better known as VE…

Nick Ravenshade
May 5, 2026

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