Großoldendorf Windmill
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Location: Uplengen, Leer, East Frisia, Lower Saxony, Germany
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Well-preserved gallery Holländer windmill from 1887. The mill was powered by wind power until 1962, then with engine power. In 1977, the grinding operation was discontinued.
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•June 9, 2016
The mill is located on the “Thronackers” parcel. The name derives from this because, due to the floor quality, this is one of the best properties in Großoldendorf. The areas were previously owned by the largest companies. The name could indicate the altitude or the particularly good soil quality
translated by•June 2, 2020
Großoldendorf MillUplengenThe two-story Dutch mill is currently privately owned.The two-story Dutch mill was built in 1887 and has two grinding gears that are not intact. It was powered by wind until 1962, then by motor power until 1977. Its exterior has been restored. Today it is privately owned by the ter Veen family.
translated by•May 12, 2024
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