De Bird, Grou
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De Bird is a Hollow Post mill in Grou, Friesland, Netherlands which was built in the 18th century. The mill is also known as De Burd and Koopmans Molen. Although not in full working order, it can turn in the wind. It is listed as a Rijksmonument, number 22915.[1]
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De Bird, November 2008 | |
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Mill name | De Bird De Burd Koopmansmolen |
Mill location | Burd 22A, 9001 ZW Grou |
Coordinates | 53.0956°N 5.8758°E / 53.0956; 5.8758 |
Operator(s) | Stichting Poldermolens De Lege Midden |
Year built | 2007 |
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Purpose | Drainage mill |
Type | Hollow Post Mill |
Roundhouse storeys | Single storey roundhouse |
No. of sails | Four sails |
Type of sails | Common sails |
Windshaft | Wood |
Winding | Tailpole and winch |
Type of pump | Archimedes' screw |
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