Here also is a model of one of De Ruyter's ships.

Alkmaar also possesses a charming Oude Mannen en Oude Vrouwen Huis (or alms house, as we say) with white walls and a very pretty tower; quiet, pleasant streets; and on its outskirts a fine wood called the Alkmaarder Hout.
In the Museum, which is not too interesting, is a picture of the siege of Alkmaar, an episode of which the town has every right to be proud.

It was the point of attack by the Duke of Alva and his son after the conquest of Haarlem--that hollow victory for Spain which was more costly than many defeats.

Philip had issued a decree threatening the total depopulation of Holland unless its cities submitted to the charms of his attractive religion.

The citizens of Alkmaar were the first to defy this proclamation.