
The Grave of Dutch Resistance member Nicolaas Erkens – Robermont Cemetery, Liege, Belgium
The grave of Dutch resistance member Nicolaas Erkens, a Bronze Lion medal recipient (Dutch: Bronzen Leeuw), who was …
The Dutch Resistance during World War II opposed Nazi occupation through espionage, sabotage, and aid to Jews and Allied personnel. Comprising underground networks, they distributed illegal newspapers, gathered intelligence, and attacked German infrastructure. Despite severe repression, their efforts significantly supported Allied operations and protected many from Nazi persecution.