Curated Video
Negotiating the Surrender of New Netherland
How two wives saved New Amsterdam from total destruction by English invaders through the power of negotiation.
Rachel's English
Is Rachel Stressed? - Imitation Exercise - American English
Work on your English intonation by listening to short phrases on a loop, then repeating them. Topic: Is Rachel stressed? -- from real English conversation.
Soliloquy
Why did the Dutch give up New York?
New York is one of the most influential cities in the world; economically, culturally and diplomatically it is a powerhouse. ItÕs population also largely speaks English, a legacy America has from itÕs past as a British colony. But the...
History Hit
Maps That Made America: New Amesterdam
What did the British do when they took over what is now New York City? How did wall street get its name? Maps That Made America, Part 3
Financial Times
Mastering the art of sustainable architecture
In a nation where space is at a premium, the Dutch are leaders in creating environmentally friendly buildings. From repurposed redundant structures to modular, transportable studios and floating neighbourhoods, the FT’s Helen Barrett...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Middle Atlantic Region - New York
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of New York.
Guinness World Records
Speeding through European Capitals
In this video, a group of individuals attempts to break the Guinness World Record for visiting the most capital cities in 24 hours using only public transport. They start in London and travel through Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Berlin,...
Press Association
‘Frustrated’ Scottish student stranded at airport overnight amid travel chaos
Matthew Creed, a “frustrated and tired” Scottish drama student, was left stranded in Amsterdam Airport overnight when an air traffic control glitch saw his flight cancelled, forcing him to sleep there. Tens of thousands more airline...
Bloomberg
No Material Impact From Paris Protests: Euronext CEO
Euronext CEO Stephane Boujnah says protests in Paris have no material impact on the city's ability to be a financial center for Europe. He spoke exclusively to Alix Steel and Guy Johnson from the sidelines of the Future of Finance Summit...
Getty Images
Landing at Schiphol airport, POV passenger, Amsterdam
Landing at Schiphol airport, POV passenger, Amsterdam
Getty Images
NVV opens a new travel agency, Van de Kam gives a speech
NVV opens a new travel agency, Van de Kam gives a speech
Getty Images
HD time-lapse zoom out: Traveler Airport station Terminal Schiphol Amsterdam Netherlands
HD time-lapse zoom out: Traveler Airport station Terminal Schiphol Amsterdam Netherlands, 1920x1080 format
Getty Images
Amsterdam, Netherlands Canals: People, Bridges, Traffic Cityscape
Amsterdam, Netherlands Canals: People, Bridges, Traffic Cityscape
Getty Images
City River in Winter - Landwehrkanal
City River in Winter - People walking in background
Getty Images
Men transport various household goods through the streets of Amsterdam. The household goods are loaded into the hold of a barge
Men transport various household goods through the streets of Amsterdam. The household goods are loaded into the hold of a barge
Getty Images
The director of the National Institute for War Documentation, Lou de Jong, explains the tasks and procedures of the institute. His explanation is illustrated with matching footage
The director of the National Institute for War Documentation, Lou de Jong, explains the tasks and procedures of the institute. His explanation is illustrated with matching footage