Royal subterfuge in Nusa Laut
December 12th 2016 There is a Dutch tinge to Ambon and the surrounding islands. An umbilical cord connecting it with the former colonial power. This umbilical cord takes the form of family. Everybody I meet has an uncle, aunt, nephew, grandfather, brother or sister who lives somewhere in The Netherlands. Names of cities and towns fly by, Frankie who lives in Venlo, Jaap who lives in Almelo, Tony who lives in Amsterd
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Tara Cloud
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With Charlie, all your compatriots wanting you to side with them for independence, and the oldsters speaking Dutch with you, you had proper entertainment, not to mention the fabulous coral reef and fish. Must say I'm surprised that the Dutch evacuated the Moluccans/Ambonese to the Netherlands--not so often that a colonial power invites their third world partners into their own land. Love the colors in this photo and the old meeting house build without nails. Lucky you--glad you're heading home for Christmas!