Wilhelmina

Wilhelmina

Suriname SurinamepoliticianFemaleb. 18805.0Global Dominance: 0.00%

Wilhelmina of the Netherlands (1880-1962) was the queen regnant from 1890 until her abdication in 1948. She is remembered for her strong leadership during World War II, her dedication to the Dutch people, and her role in modernizing the monarchy. Wilhelmina spent much of her reign fighting for the rights of the Netherlands and its colonies, and she became a symbol of national resilience and unity during times of crisis.

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Koningin Wilhelmina's statue was removed from the Onafhankelijkheidsplein in Paramaribo during the lead-up to Suriname's independence.

Huis van Oranje gaat met de billen bloot – de Ware Tijd
De Ware Tijd·SurinameSuriname· 2026-09-27
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Wilhelmina's birthday is celebrated on August 31st, which is associated with the traditional game of panjat pinang.

Warisan Kolonial yang Tak Perlu Dipulangkan
Kompas·IndonesiaIndonesia· 2026-08-11
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Koningin Wilhelmina's statue is located near Fort Zeelandia in Suriname.

Suriname loopt niet warm voor het koningspaar – de Ware Tijd
De Ware Tijd·SurinameSuriname· 2025-11-30
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Wilhelmina became queen on November 23, 1890, and took the initiative in leading the country during crises.

Pirmā sieviete Nīderlandes tronī / Diena
Diena·LatviaLatvia· 2025-11-23
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Wilhelmina is referred to as the stubborn queen in exile.

Koppige koningin in ballingschap: Londen zit nog vol verstopte herinneringen aan Wilhelmina | Reizen
De Telegraaf·NetherlandsNetherlands· 2025-05-04
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