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Francis Broekhuijsen shone in our show last year ✨ This year he will be looking for the Airbone with us in a 10-part vlog series ❤️. Because what is that Airborne heart anyway? Why do we feel a deep connection with that history? What does freedom mean?

Together with the Arteffects Academy, Francis addresses young and old on the street, you get a look behind the scenes and you meet the people of Bridge to Liberation 2021.

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Search and watch the Airborne ❤️

Francis Broekhuijsen shone in our show last year ✨ This year he will be looking for the Airbone with us in a 10-part vlog series ❤️. Because what is that Airborne heart anyway? Why do we feel a deep connection with that history? What does freedom mean?

Together with the Arteffects Academy, Francis addresses young and old on the street, you get a look behind the scenes and you meet the people of Bridge to Liberation 2021.

Are you watching?

Episode 1:
Thea Bouwhuis

Thea Bouwhuis (90) is an eyewitness of the battle for Arnhem and experienced the subsequent evacuation and reconstruction. Thea is a regular eyewitness in the Airborne Museum where she shares her stories with future generations. Francis hears what she saw as a child, had to leave behind and then rebuilt.

Episode 2: Theo JanssenAn over-the-top Arnhem vlog episode in which Francis meets Theo Janssen on sacred football ground: The Gelredome. Theo is an Arnhemmer through and through, played for Vitesse for years, made a trip to Dutch clubs such as FC Twente and Ajax and when a European career beckoned, he stayed here, because leaving Arnhem is not an option.

Curious about Theo Jansen's Airborne ❤️? Episode 3: The new generation

Maybe this vlog will surprise you too. Francis speaks to a group of students from the Rijn IJssel and when you think of young people between the ages of 16 and 21, you may not immediately think that the Second World War has an impact on them. But that turned out very differently...

The students shared wonderful personal stories about the impact of war and what freedom means to them. A real Airborne ❤️ is also true in this generation.

Episode 4: Airborne diehard In this episode, a conversation with Airborne expert and veteran Thijs van der Laan. Due to his personal experience and knowledge of history, he is able to continuously talk about the impact of war. In addition to the stories from history, his personal stories about his broadcasts touch many people deeply. That's why he regularly shares these stories with the new generation, so that we may never forget. Episode 5: Phion

Since the very first edition in 2013, we have been working with Phion - Orchestra of Gelderland and Overijssel - and what a pleasure that is. Every year they open with Beethoven's 5th Symphony and accompany the various artists. It is also special for the musicians to delve into a new music stream every year. Are you curious what a Phion rehearsal looks like or who actually makes that beautiful music? Watch and listen along with Francis and discover the Airborne ❤️ of the musicians.

Episode 6: IntrodansA real Arnhem dance company with international allure is Introdans. We are so proud that we have been working with them for years. Francis goes to watch rehearsals on a warm spring day and, after not having seen performances for a long time, enjoys the intensity of the dance and dancers. Take a look at a rehearsal with Francis and experience how they carry freedom in their ❤️.Episode 7: Dennis Kroon

Dennis Kroon is one of the artists of Bridge to Liberation and he is also a veteran. Francis visits this Falcon Warrior at his old home, namely the Oranjekazerne in Schaarsbergen. They talk about camaraderie about the humane work of defense and what Dennis believes is Airborne ❤️.

Episode 8: HannahFrancis talks to 10-year-old Hannah. As a Children's Correspondent of the vfonds, she talks to eyewitness Thea Bouwhuis. What is it like as an ambassador of her generation to have these conversations? What impact do the stories have on her and what about her own Airborne ❤️? Watch here and find out more about Arnhem's Hannah. Episode 9:
The Airborne ❤️ of Arnhem

In this episode, Francis goes into the city and asks shoppers, including a number of real Arnhem residents, where that Airborne ❤️ comes from. What September means to them and how they experience the stories of the war. Watch the throbbing Airbone ❤️ of the city.

Episode 10:
Behind the scenes In the last vlog, Francis takes you behind the scenes of Bridge to Liberation. He speaks to the people from Arteffects who put their heart and soul into the films you see during the show. You will also meet the producer of Bridge to Liberation and learn all kinds of fun details about the upcoming show.BRIDGE TO LIBERATION 2o21

In 2021 you will experience Bridge to Liberation LIVE 'on screen' again. This edition you will meet various people who share their stories with us about the impact of war and living in freedom in the present. Special effects, performances by well-known artists and dancers make it a surprising experience!

During Remembrance Evening, September 17, 2021, we commemorate the Battle of Arnhem, the subsequent evacuation and reflect on the impact of war and the value of freedom.

You will experience Bridge to Liberation on Friday, September 17 at 8:30 PM 'on screen' via livestream or on television via Omroep Gelderland.

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Watch Bridge to Liberation 2024 via the livestream on September 20 from 8:30 PM. Register without obligation and watch on your screen the floating stage where the artists Karsu, SEF, Jaap Reesema, Thomas Oliemans perform their enchanting performances together with Phion, orchestra of Gelderland and Overijssel