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Leeuwarden’s Historic Beer Ban Protest

Leeuwarden citizens strike against beer ban in 1487.

Published 24 July 2026 · 09:00 CET
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Leeuwarden citizens strike against beer ban in 1487.

On this day On this day in 1487, the citizens of Leeuwarden took a stand against a ban on foreign beer. This protest highlights the city’s long-standing community spirit and resilience. Today, Leeuwarden is the capital of Friesland, with a population of 127,073.

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