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Limburg · History

Air defence from gun to radar

The Historische Collectie Grondgebonden Luchtverdediging shows systems and stories from Dutch air defence on a Ministry of Defence site. Admission is free, but registration well in advance is compulsory.

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A technical timeline

Compare the operation, range and crew of systems from different periods. Ask what function radar, communication and projectile each perform within the whole.

Full-scale equipment

Halls and the outdoor area show large equipment that would not fit in a display case. Follow distance and safety instructions, and have operation demonstrated only under supervision.

The people behind the system

Technology only works with training, division of tasks and decision-making. Look in the explanations for how many people were needed and what information they received at what moment.

Before you go

Open Wednesday and Thursday 09.00–15.00, only after registration at least a week in advance. ID is compulsory on the Defence site. September, October and December 2026 have announced closures.

Sources

This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.

  1. Research card 1882 — Historische Collectie Grondgebonden Luchtverdediging

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified reference from a supplied research card; content, authority and currency still to be checked independently.

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