Episode 2 of 3
Founding of Willemstad
- When
- 1634
- Where
- Willemstad, Curaçao
- Part of
- Dutch capture of Curaçao
The Dutch West India Company founded the capital of Willemstad in 1634 on the Schottegat inlet.
To facilitate trade, the Dutch established the capital city of Willemstad in 1634. It was situated on the banks of the Schottegat inlet, where the natural harbor provided an ideal location for commercial activities and shipping.
Sources
- Curaçao Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-24
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