Frederikkazerne, Military barracks in The Hague, Netherlands
Frederikkazerne is a military barracks in The Hague, situated at the corner of Oude Waalsdorperweg and Van Alkemadelaan. The buildings from the 1930s are arranged around a central parade ground in a plain, functional layout typical of that period.
The complex was built in 1938 as a permanent facility for the Dutch army, designed from the start for long-term military use. It remained operational during World War II and has continued to serve as an active base ever since.
The Netherlands Institute for Military History operates from this location, preserving documents and artifacts that reflect the development of Dutch armed forces over time. Visitors can see how the collection tells the story of military personnel and operations through the ages.
The site is an active military base, so entry without prior authorization is not possible. Anyone wishing to visit the military history institute located on the grounds should check access conditions in advance, as they can vary.
The barracks takes its name from King Frederick of the Netherlands, a 19th-century member of the House of Orange-Nassau who is not widely remembered today. This Dutch tradition of naming military sites after royals links the army directly to the history of the royal family.
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