4. The consequences for Dutch coastal residents
Beaches, dunes, and boulevards were turned into Sperrgebiet—prohibited areas for civilians. In a ruthless construction operation, people were forced to work, historic coastal towns and
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Beaches, dunes, and boulevards were turned into Sperrgebiet—prohibited areas for civilians. In a ruthless construction operation, people were forced to work, historic coastal towns and
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