Courageous and Gay: The Remarkable Story of Willem Arondeus.
Courageous and Gay: The Remarkable Story of Willem Arondeus . Willem Arondeus was a Dutch artist, writer, and resistance fighter who bravely fought against the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands during World War II. He is best known for his role in leading a daring attack on a Dutch registry office, where Jewish citizens were being identified and rounded up for deportation to concentration camps. Arondeus’ bravery and sacrifice have made him a symbol of resistance and heroism in the Netherlands, and his story continues to inspire people around the world. Early Life and Career Willem Arondeus were born on August 22, 1894, in Naarden, Netherlands. He was the youngest of eight children in a Protestant family. His parents ran a silk-screen printing business, which influenced Arondeus’ interest in art and design. As a young man, he moved to Amsterdam, where he became involved in the city’s bohemian and artistic circles. He worked as an illustrator, designer, and writer, and was known for