Historical Events tagged with "delfshaven"

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Crime & Law

Rotterdam Shootings Result in Multiple Fatalities

September 28th, 2023 1 years ago

In Delfshaven, Rotterdam, a shooting and arson incident led to the deaths of two individuals. At the same time, a separate incident claimed a life inside a classroom at the Erasmus University Medical Center. The police responded swiftly to both locations, investigating the circumstances surrounding these violent acts and their implications for community safety.

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Exploration & Discovery

Speedwell Departs Delfshaven for America

August 1st, 1620 404 years ago

The Speedwell, a ship carrying English pilgrims, departed from Delfshaven, Netherlands, to embark on a journey to America via England. The group consisted largely of Separatists seeking religious freedom. Their goal was to establish a colony where they could worship freely. Leaving on this date marked the beginning of an important migration that would shape American history.

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