Tag: Museums

Europe and the United Kingdom, Historical sites, history, Museums, Opinion, Travel, Uncategorized, writing

National Monument Oranjehotel

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On a cloudy Tuesday near the sea, with seagulls squawking overhead, we headed to the National Monument Oranjehotel, Scheveningen's prison. About 25000 people were detained here during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. In this museum, the cells and artifacts tell stories of despair and pain, hope and perseverance. Trigger warning: This article discusses World War II history, which includes mentions of death, torture, and violence. I also discuss Hitler’s rise to power and the formation of a one-party state through legal means.

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Amsterdam

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In the fifth post of the Netherlands series, the Cranky Camper family visits Amsterdam, the bustling, historic capital of the Netherlands. Highlights include the Van Gogh Museum, shopping, and Amsterdam's many canals. Included in this post is a bonus summary of the Taylor Swift Eras Tour concert at Johann Cruijff Arena.

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Delft

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After a late night in Amsterdam, the Cranky Campers spend a low-key day in the historic canal city of Delft. While the summer weather thwarted some of our plans, we still had a wonderful time exploring, eating, and shopping in Delft.

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A Day in St. Robert, Missouri

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While visiting Fort Leonard Wood, a military base in Missouri, the family visits attractions in the surrounding town of St. Robert, including the quirky 'town' of Uranus, Missouri.

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National Monument on Vítkov Hill

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After five days in Berlin, the Cranky Camper family returns to Prague for the remainder of the trip. The first day back was spent exploring Prague 3, with a visit to Národní památník, the National Monument on Vitkov Hill.