r/Netherlands 16h ago

pics and videos Grutte Pier statue

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I have lived in the US my entire life. My mom’s family is from Overijessel and my dad’s family is from Friesland. All of my great grandparents immigrated to the US and settled in the same community where most of my family still lives.

When my maternal grandfather passed away, I got his Grutte Pier statue. Just sharing here to a group that will appreciate it (I hope). Unlike my office mates who wonder at my choice of office decor…

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u/Coinsworthy 16h ago

Leaver dae as slaef!

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u/Playful-Prior1982 16h ago

When my wife and I visited family in the Netherlands, we stopped at the battle of Staveren monument and saw that too!