Piet Schiepers was born on May 10, 1940 in Val-Meer, a few kilometers from the fort of Eben-Emael.
He tells us his family story and his memories of the events surrounding May 10, 1940, seen through the eyes of a one-day-old child.
“ May 1940, a month in history that will never be forgotten. Throughout the country there is a fearful tension for what might come. ….
The tension is also very high in the small village of Val-Meer, close to the Vroenhoven bridge and the Eben-Emael fort. ….. ”
Would you like to hear a exclusive story?
Then come to the fort on Saturday 10 May 2025 and be carried away by the inspired story of Piet Schiepers. On this special day he not only celebrates his 85th birthday, but also shares his passion and memories in a place that is close to his heart.
📍 The lecture will take place in Dutch at 12:30 and in French at 14:30.
🎟️The lecture is included in the admission ticket to the fort and thus free for visitors.
📢We do ask you to sign up. That way we can properly estimate the number of attendees and make everything run smoothly.
🎟️Entry ticket to visit the underground fort: €12.
