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We received the most logical questions, such as 'Why is Prince's Day actually not called Princesses' Day?'

AD15 September · 10:501 week ago

Prinsjesdag features long-standing traditions, clarified through reader questions answered by AD journalists Hanneke Keultjes, Hans van Soest, and Laurens Kok. Responses address inquiries ranging from why male parliament members do not wear hats to the identity of the Yellow Riders firing shots every minute. The Q&A format highlights public curiosity about historical customs associated with this significant Dutch political event, providing factual explanations for common misconceptions regarding royal and parliamentary rituals.

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