Hidden Dutch Legacy in Bansberia: A Forgotten Chapter of Bengal’s Colonial Past
The town of Bansberia in Hooghly district, West Bengal, is often overshadowed by the better-known colonial histories of Chandannagar, Serampore, and Bandel. Yet in this seemingly quiet town lies a largely forgotten and fascinating chapter of Bengal’s colonial history, the Dutch legacy. While the Portuguese, French, and British influences are commonly celebrated, the Dutch East … Read more