1: Welcome to the World of the Dutch Nobility
My name is Jens de Nies, I’m 27 years old, and I have been fascinated by history, traditions, and the stories behind the Dutch nobility my entire life – a passion I am excited to share with you.
With World of Nobility, I want to create a place where the Dutch nobility comes to life – not as something dusty or unreachable, but as an essential part of our national history and identity. Nobility is often also a recognition of notable achievements across generations, a mark of appreciation linked to culture, governance, or societal contributions. It forms a story of traditions and heritage that remains relevant in modern times, as cultural heritage that can connect us to where we come from.
The core of this project is sharing and receiving knowledge: stories about noble families, their history, the meaning of names and titles, and the facts and tidbits that have often been forgotten or barely known. By sharing this knowledge, we not only gain more understanding but also appreciation for the role nobility has played in our culture – and still plays in contemporary discussions about tradition, identity, and heritage.
In the future, I hope to expand this with short interviews with people who are themselves part of the nobility. These personal insights can be a valuable addition to the historical facts: how do they experience their background today, which traditions still play a role, and how do they give their noble name a place in modern Netherlands?
This is just the beginning. Ultimately, the goal is for World of Nobility to grow into a meeting place for everyone interested in this topic. A community where enthusiasts, researchers, and curious minds can connect, ask questions, and exchange ideas. Because the stories are only truly valuable when we keep them alive together.
Welcome to this world of names, traditions, and stories. I invite you to read along, think along, and step by step help build a community around something that connects us all: curiosity about our past and the significance it still holds today.