Frisian Islands Collection

Netherlands, map showing distinguishing features and landmarks

RAF Beaufighters shatter enemy convoy off Frisian Islands. The Frisian, or Wadden Islands, are a North Sea archipelago off the coast of the Netherlands, Germany and Denmark

Grand Duchy of Oldenburg, litograph, published in 1877
Ancient map of Grand Duchy of Oldenburg, Germany. Lithograph, published in 1877

Schleswig-Holstein, lithograph, published in 1878
Map of Schleswig-Holstein. Lithograph, published in 1878

Hannover, Schleswig-Holstein, Braunschweig and Oldenburg

View of the Waddensea from the dyke in Vlieland
Vlieland, one of the Frisian islands of the Netherlands. The view towards the Waddensea

NEW YORK: IMMIGRANTS, 1891. Some of the more than 400, 000 immigrants processed in 1891 at the Barge Office at the Battery on the tip of Manhattan

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Discover the enchanting Frisian Islands, a captivating archipelago located at the northwestern tip of the Netherlands. This unique group of islands is distinguished on maps by their strategic position between the North Sea and the Wadden Sea. They have a rich history, with notable landmarks such as the dykes in Vlieland, offering breathtaking views of the Wadden Sea. Historical accounts of the Frisian Islands date back to the late 19th century, as depicted in lithographs like the one of Schleswig-Holstein published in 1878. During this era, the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg and neighboring regions such as Hannover, Schleswig-Holstein, and Braunschweig held significant influence. Amidst the tranquil waters surrounding the Frisian Islands, dramatic events unfolded during World War II. In 1944, Royal Air Force Beaufighter planes shattered a German convoy off the Frisian Islands, marking a pivotal moment in the conflict. Immigrants from all corners of the world have also left their mark on the Frisian Islands' history. In the late 19th century, over 400,000 immigrants passed through the Barge Office at the Battery on the tip of Manhattan, as depicted in this wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper. Today, the Frisian Islands continue to captivate visitors with their natural beauty, historical significance, and unique cultural heritage. Explore this captivating destination and uncover its many stories and wonders.