Don't forget art, as in the Dutch masters.

OK...a major branch....I'll give you that :-)

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>>Your entire country could vanish from the face of the Earth and it would not matter in the slightest. No one would lament the loss of Dutch culture or heritage - you would become a minor branch of a museum experience.
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>John;
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>Well, how about a major branch of a museum experience? Looking at the history of the Netherlands going back to say the 16th and 17th century, they were the leader in commerce, finance, and music. The Netherlands has a rich history. We learn from those who have come before us.
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>Tom