Netherlands
The Netherlands, also informally known as Holland, is a dimension in Minecraft Western European country. He has a lot of bikes 🚲, it’s his favorite method of transportation. He is very 
progressive.
He is often portrayed high on weed, because drugs are legal there (drug addicts are given rehab, while foreigners possessing drugs are escorted back to their native country), with people being allowed to buy up to five grams of marijuana in coffee shops.
Officially, it’s illegal to buy weed from coffee shops and often frowned upon to smoke weed in most public places. Nevertheless, people are able to grow up to three plants of it in the privacy of their own home. The Netherlands also legalizes abortion and euthanasia. Its eyes are sometimes light red because he is on drugs.
Contradicting popular belief, the official flower of Netherlands is not the tulip, but the daisy. Tulips are still very popular there, though.
Geschiedenis (History)
In 1839, the Treaty of London marked a significant moment for the Netherlands as it recognized 
Belgian independence, bringing an end to the Belgian Revolution. This period saw constitutional reforms in 1848, ushering in 
parliamentary democracy and expanding civil liberties within the country. Meanwhile, Dutch 
colonial expansion continued, particularly in the Dutch East Indies, where the Dutch East India Company had established control centuries earlier.
Between 1870 and 1914, the Netherlands underwent rapid industrialization, with sectors like shipping, trade, and finance flourishing. The nation also expanded its territories in the Caribbean, acquiring Suriname and the Netherlands Antilles. However, the outbreak of World War I in 1914 brought economic challenges, despite the Netherlands maintaining neutrality throughout the conflict.
During World War II, from 1940 to 1945, the Netherlands was invaded and occupied by Nazi Germany, leading to a period of resistance and eventual liberation by Allied forces. Following the war, the process of decolonization gained momentum, with the Netherlands granting independence to its remaining colonies, including Suriname in 1975 and the Netherlands Antilles in 1986.
In the latter half of the 20th century, the Netherlands experienced significant economic growth and became known for its progressive social policies. Joining the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1957, the Netherlands was one of the founding members, signaling its commitment to European integration. The turn of the century saw continued prosperity and technological advancement, with the Netherlands leading the way in areas such as renewable energy, water management, and agriculture.
In 2024, the Netherlands remains a prosperous and forward-thinking nation, actively participating in international affairs and addressing global challenges such as climate change and sustainable development. With a rich history of resilience, innovation, and international cooperation, the Netherlands continues to shape its future while honoring its past.
