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Waterschans Bergen op Zoom
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October 24, 2024
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The Waterschans is the oldest fortification in Bergen op Zoom
The Waterschans of Bergen op Zoom, located at the old harbor mouth and part of the West Brabant waterline, was built in 1584. The Waterschans is the oldest fortification in this city, built on the initiative of Prince William of Orange. He had also been Marquis of Bergen op Zoom since 1582. The function of the Waterschans was to defend the harbor entrance, the key to the city.
The Waterschans of Bergen op Zoom, located at the old harbor mouth and part of the West Brabant waterline, was built in 1584. The Waterschans is the oldest fortification in this city, built on the initiative of Prince William of Orange. He had also been Marquis of Bergen op Zoom since 1582. The function of the Waterschans was to defend the harbor entrance, the key to the city.
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