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The exact origin of these arms is not known. It has been used since the 18<sup>th</sup> century and is based on a local legend. It has been said that the arms resemble a chessboard as one of the local fortresses was conquered, because two officers were playing chess instead of watching the enemy. | The exact origin of these arms is not known. It has been used since the 18<sup>th</sup> century and is based on a local legend. It has been said that the arms resemble a chessboard as one of the local fortresses was conquered, because two officers were playing chess instead of watching the enemy. | ||
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[[Litwap|Literatuur]] : Van den Bergh, 1878; Sierksma, 1962 | [[Litwap|Literatuur]] : Van den Bergh, 1878; Sierksma, 1962 | ||