CREATESPACE Knights of Orange: Orders of the Netherlands

With Knights of Orange – Orders of Netherlands Antti Ruokonen has created the definitive work on the Orders of Chivalry of the Netherlands: Military Order of William and the Sabre of Honour Order of the Netherlands Lion Order of Orange-Nassau Order of the Gold Lion of the House of Nassau (shared with Luxembourg) House-Order of Orange Order of the Golden Ark The book goes over their history, development, technical details and variations. Also included are photos of miniatures, medal-bars, recipients, bestowal documents and more. The book is lavishly equipped with large-sized images to bring this fascinating topic to life. If you are looking for an in-depth look into the Orders of the Netherlands or are interested in European Orders & Decorations in general, this is the book for you. Main contents include: •362 images of Orders insignia, miniatures, medal-bars, documents, recipients, etc. •All Orders described with measurements, details, types, award details and more •Biographies of King William and Queen Wilhelmina •Biographies of two knights of Dutch Orders •A short history of the Netherlands •Hierarchy and timeline of Dutch Orders •A appendix with chapters on manufacturers, cases of issue and award statistics This is the 1st US Edition, different only in size (8,5" x 11") to the 1st Edition published in Finland (A4).