Willemsoord, Den Helder
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Not to be confused with Willemsoord, Steenwijkerland.
Willemsoord is a large former naval base of the Royal Netherlands Navy in Den Helder. It is now connected to the city center of Den Helder, and focuses on entertainment and tourism.
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Willemsoord | |
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Rijkswerf Willemsoord | |
Den Helder, North Holland in Netherlands | |
Coordinates | 52.961023°N 4.771881°E / 52.961023; 4.771881 |
Type | Naval base |
Site information | |
Owner | Den Helder municipality |
Operator | Royal Netherlands Navy (former) |
Open to the public | Yes, Maritime attraction park |
Condition | Defunct |
Website | Official website |
Site history | |
Built | 1790 (1790) |
In use | 1792 – 2000 |
Battles/wars | 1799 Anglo-Russian invasion, 1813 Siege of Den Helder |
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