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The picture of Queen Wilhelmina and her child, a photograph by the Prince Consort IF
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The picture of Queen Wilhelmina and her child, a photograph by the Prince Consort IF
The picture of Queen Wilhelmina and her child, a photograph by the Prince Consort
IF ever a child was born to be the darling of a nation, it was the Princess Juliana of Holland. When the joyful news was proclaimed from the Royal Palace on April 30th, by a salute of fifty-one rounds, delight shone in every face at the Hague. Before the guns had ceased firing, as if by magic, everyone was wearing an orange favour in honour of the event.
The enthusiasm of the Dutch for the House of Orange-Nassau is founded on the association of that family with the history of the nation during the past three hundred years. Ever since William the Silent liberated the Nether-lands from the yoke of Spain in 165o, the House of Orange has taken a foremost place in the moulding of the history of Holland. It has been said that no Royal House in Europe is more broadly based on the will of the people. It is equally true to say that in no country is patriotism more evident in the life and thought of the people
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The Picture of Queen Wilhelmina and her Child - A Symbol of Dutch Patriotism
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. This print captures a significant moment in Dutch history - the birth of Princess Juliana, daughter of Queen Wilhelmina. The image, taken by the talented Prince Consort IF, exudes joy and pride as it showcases the beloved princess who was destined to become the darling of a nation. On April 30th, when news spread like wildfire from the Royal Palace, announcing the arrival of this precious child, fifty-one rounds were fired in celebration. The streets of The Hague immediately transformed into a sea of orange as every citizen proudly donned an orange favor to honor this momentous occasion. The deep-rooted enthusiasm that the Dutch hold for their royal family stems from their historical association with the House of Orange-Nassau. For over three centuries, this noble lineage has played a pivotal role in shaping Holland's destiny. From William the Silent's liberation from Spanish rule in 1650 to present times, no other European royal house is more closely tied to popular will than that which reigns over these lands. In this photograph by Personalities at TopFoto, we witness not only a proud queen and her cherished child but also an embodiment of patriotism ingrained within every aspect of Dutch life. It serves as a reminder that love for country and devotion towards one's heritage can be seen vividly through its people's unwavering support for their monarchy.
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