The Dutch capture Mannar
In the battle fought at Mannar, the Dutch were able to chase the Portuguese to the fort of Mannar. In this struggle, the Portuguese Governor Antonio de Amaral de Meneses died. Dutch soldiers landed in Mannar. After about four days, the island of Mannar was brought under the Dutch. This took place on February 22, [...]
Kids’ World
A daughter’s debt You saw me when I was born, You saw my rosy hands and felt my soft feet. But I didn’t see you because I was asleep… You heard me mumble my first words, You spoke to me, you always lent a helping hand. Though you know what I said, you seemed to [...]