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Den Haag

Den Haag

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For most Dutchmen Den Haag (The Hague) represents the politics of national government. While technically not the national capitol, Den Haag is the place for ministers and parliament. This political scheming has its consequences for the kindred of this place. 
Since the Dutch Revolt (1568-1648) the city was functioning as the seat of government. Den Haag was fairly empty of Vampires then. The few that were still existing by the time of the Peace treaty of 1648 were quickly disposed of or destroyed. Some of them were of Spanish or German origins.
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