"They" ?

33 years ago was the last time by the way.

I think you'll find they weren't so much immigrants as Moluccan soldiers and their families, brought here by the Dutch purposely, thereby leaving the Moluccas undefended. That's what they were (and still are) rather narked about.

Posted By: Steve in Holland on March 4th 2010 at 12:36:42

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On a serious note, worrying results from our elections yesterday... (General Chat) - Steve in Holland, Mar 4, 11:38:02
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      - They were hijacking trains when I was there (General Chat) - Cannydc, Mar 4, 12:27:34
        
        "They" ? (General Chat) - Steve in Holland, Mar 4, 12:36:42
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