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WW2 - Capitulation of the German troops in the Netherlands
Hotel de Wereld (meaning Hotel of the World) in Wageningen, the site of the capitulation of the German troops in the Netherlands on 5th and 6th May 1945, and the end of German occupation during World War II. On 6th May 1945 (as pictured here), the German general Blaskowitz surrendered to the Canadian general Charles Foulkes, which ended the Second World War in the Netherlands. The Generals negotiated the terms of surrender in the Hotel de Wereld, an event which is remembered annually. Date: 1945
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This evocative photograph captures the historic moment of the Capitulation of the German troops in the Netherlands, marking the end of the Second World War in this European country. The scene unfolds at the Hotel de Wereld in Wageningen, a significant location where German General Blaskowitz surrendered to Canadian General Charles Foulkes on May 6, 1945. The negotiations for the terms of surrender took place within the walls of this grand building, now known as the 'Hotel of the World.' The date, May 6, 1945, holds immense significance as it brought an end to the long and arduous German occupation of the Netherlands. This momentous event is commemorated annually, as the people of Wageningen and the Netherlands remember the sacrifices made during the war and celebrate their newfound freedom. The Hotel de Wereld, with its historic facade and grandeur, stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the Dutch people during this dark period in their history. The image of the two generals, deep in conversation, symbolizes the end of conflict and the beginning of a new chapter for the Netherlands and its people. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of diplomacy and the importance of peace.
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