Dendermonde Collection

Belgians fleeing from Termonde, First World War, 1914, (1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War 1914-1918, seventh edition

German soldiers halt at Termonde, Belgium to snatch a hurried meal during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century
3502701 German soldiers halt at Termonde, Belgium to snatch a hurried meal during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: German soldiers halt at Termonde)

A rearguard remain to prevent the advancing Germans from repairing the bridge blown up by the retreating Belgians at
3502695 A rearguard remain to prevent the advancing Germans from repairing the bridge blown up by the retreating Belgians at Termonde, Belgium during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century

Belgians re-enter Termonde, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Belgians re-enter Termonde, between c1914 and c1915. Belgian troops during World War I.

The Great Goth, 1914 (engraving)
2639688 The Great Goth, 1914 (engraving) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Satirically subtitled Design for a stained-glass window in a Neo-Gothic cathedral at)

Dendermonde, 1649 (hand-coloured engraving)
478400 Dendermonde, 1649 (hand-coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dendermonde, a small town on the River Schelde, now in Belgium)

Belgians Holding the River at Termonde, (1919). Creator: Unknown
Belgians Holding the River at Termonde, (1919). Allied soldiers fighting the Germans at Termonde in Belgium, scene from the First World War, 1914-1919

A rearguard remain to prevent the advancing Germans from repairing the bridge blown up by the retreating Belgians at Termonde. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Dutch Troops passing Fortress Dendermonde Dutch troops pass
Dutch Troops passing through the Fortress of Dendermonde, Dutch troops pass through the fortified city of Dendermonde. On the right

Town Hall, Termonde (Dendermonde), Belgium
Town Hall (originally Cloth Hall) and Belfry, Termonde (Dendermonde), Belgium, dating back to the 14th century. Date: circa 1910

Bottles in the ruins of Termonde, Belgium, WW1
Bottles in the ruins of Termonde (Dendermonde), Belgium, during the early stages of the First World War. The town had been badly damaged during a German attempt to advance. Date: September 1914

Belgian troops in Termonde, WW1
Belgian troops in Termonde (Dendermonde), Belgium, during the early stages of the First World War. The town had been badly damaged during a German attempt to advance

WORLD WAR I: DENDERMONDE. Belgian troops with dogs pulling machine-gun laden wagons to battle at Dendermonde, Belgium. Photograph, 1914-1918

WWI: BELGIAN ARMY, c1914. Belgian troops in Dendermonde, Belgium. Photograph, c1914

Our Lady of Flanders
OUR LADY OF FLANDERS Wears a cloak that bears the arms of Flanders. In her hands she holds the infant Jesus & a model of the Abbey of St Peter & St Paul, Dendermonde

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"Dendermonde: A Town Shaped by War and Resilience" In the midst of the chaos that engulfed Europe during the First World War in 1914, Dendermonde became a symbol of Belgian resilience. As Termonde (as it was then known) faced invasion, its brave citizens fled their homes, seeking safety from the advancing German forces. The iconic Town Hall of Termonde stood tall amidst the turmoil, witnessing both destruction and rebirth. Its walls echoed with stories of survival and determination as Belgians rallied together to protect their beloved town. Amidst the devastation, a haunting image emerged - "The Great Goth. " This engraving captured the spirit of defiance that coursed through Dendermonde's veins during those dark days. It served as a reminder that even in times of despair, hope could still be found. Belgian ingenuity also came to light when they unleashed their new war weapon upon Termonde - cutting dams unexpectedly. The resulting flood caught their enemies off guard and showcased Belgium's resourcefulness on an international stage. Yet Dendermonde's history extends far beyond this tumultuous period. In a hand-coloured engraving from 1649, we catch a glimpse into its past glory - an idyllic scene frozen in time before war ravaged its streets. As peace gradually returned after WWI, Belgians held firm at Termonde against all odds. Their unwavering resolve is immortalized in photographs taken by unknown creators who documented these heroic moments for future generations to admire. Amongst ruins left behind by conflict were bottles scattered across Termonde – remnants of lives disrupted but not broken. These artifacts serve as poignant reminders of sacrifices made during wartime struggles. Dutch troops passing Fortress Dendermonde further emphasize how conflicts transcend borders; nations united or divided by shared experiences etched forever into history books.