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Uncover the History of 1813: Netherlands Liberated by the Russians Exhibition

Delve into the critical role of Russian Cossack troops in securing Amsterdam's freedom from Napoleonic rule.

This exhibition meticulously details the historical events surrounding Amsterdam's liberation in November 1813. It highlights the decisive intervention of Russian Cossack cavalry, influencing the return of the House of Orange. Explore the foundational moment for the modern Dutch constitutional monarchy and its connections to Netherlands-Russia relations.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition delves into the crucial role of Russian Cossack troops in liberating Amsterdam in November 1813, marking a turning point that enabled the return of the House of Orange and the establishment of a constitutional monarchy. It explores the historical context of Napoleon's downfall and the subsequent establishment of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Curatorial context

The exhibition "1813: Netherlands Liberated by the Russians" meticulously details the historical events surrounding the liberation of Amsterdam from Napoleonic rule in November 1813. It highlights the critical intervention of Russian Cossack cavalry, acting against orders but in the spirit of Tsar Alexander I, to dislodge French troops from strategic positions around the city. This decisive action paved the way for the triumphant return of the Prince of Orange, the future King William I, and his proclamation as Sovereign Prince of the Free Netherlands. The narrative emphasizes that this was not a restoration of pre-1795 conditions, but a foundational moment for a modern constitutional monarchy, influenced by the innovations of the French era. The exhibition also touches upon the enduring relationship between the Netherlands and Russia, solidified by subsequent royal marriages, and the personal connection to the Geelvinck Hinlopen House's history. Furthermore, it draws parallels to contemporary Dutch monarchy, noting King Willem-Alexander's inauguration and naming, and the lasting impact of the Cossacks on Dutch memory through family stories and place names.

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Venue
Geelvinck Pianola Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 16, 2013 – May 19, 2014
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition is a collaboration with the State A.S. Pushkin Museum and the Glinka National Museum Consortium of Musical Culture in Moscow, held as part of the Dutch-Russian Friendship Year 2013 and the celebration of 200 Years of the Kingdom. Loan items are provided by various historical societies, regional archives, and private collectors. Notable support came from the Wilhelmina E. Jansen Fonds, the Department of Culture of the City of Moscow, the Embassy of the Russian Federation in The Hague, the Dutch Embassy in Moscow, and the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science.
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