On Saturday 13 December, our annual meeting to mark the anniversary of William of Orange's Apology will take place in Gouda. This year, the day will be devoted to Vrancken's Deduction (1587), an important document in the history of Dutch independence.

Historians Paul Abels and Dirk Snel will discuss the content and significance of the Deduction, after which Professor of Erasmian Values Ronald van Raak will give a co-presentation. The mayor of Gouda, Pieter Verhoeve, will also be present. As last year, the meeting will also have an educational element, provided by board members Daan Schuijt and Mathieu Peulen.

The meeting will take place between 3 and 5 p.m. (doors open at 2.30 p.m.) in the former synagogue, located next to the former home of Francois Vranck. Afterwards, there will be drinks.

More information about the programme and registration will follow shortly. Keep an eye on your mailbox and the website.