We flip through the pages of comic history in the Low Countries; from the use of illustrated prints from as early as the 15th century to the position of comic studios in Belgium and the Netherlands during the Second World War. You’ll hear about some titles that you may never have heard of, as well as many that you smurf. While we peruse the panels of printed production from the Low Countries, we’ll see how the ninth art has developed, constantly reflecting the ever changing societies in the region.

Do you want to know more about Flemish and Dutch history and culture? Visit www.the-low-countries.com.

Music clips provided by Storyblocks:

"Minimal Documentary Background Music" by Volodymyr Piddubnyk https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/minimal-documentary-background-music-skxjrbbvvketzhdzl.html

"Cozy by the Fireside" by Jonathan Mogavero https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/cozy-by-the-fireside-rixnguspdkggtudrx.html

“Cooking With Gypsy Jazz Guitar Django” by Jeff Hanley https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/cooking-with-gypsy-jazz-guitar-django-bpyyjgavpkgjo60xd.html

“Comedy Background Detective Cartoon Version 4 20 Sec” by Volodymyr Piddubnyk https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/comedy-background-detective-cartoon-version-4-20-sec-svoc3fdwpkgc9wmi0.html

"Jazz Bass And Drums Solo" by Volodymyr Piddubnyk https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/jazz-bass-and-drums-solo-bjj7ev19vkhjpmbps.html

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