Hoofdschans
Hoofdschans is a peacetime defensive position located in the Dutch province of North Holland, near the city of Hoorn. The name "Hoofdschans" translates to "main ditch" in English, which refers to the primary trench system that forms the core of the defensive position.
The Hoofdschans was constructed in the 17th century, during the Dutch Golden Age, as part of the
The Hoofdschans is an example of a 'hexagonal star fort', characterized by a six-pointed star shape with
During World War II, the Hoofdschans was captured by German forces in 1940 and remained under German