Statue of " the King Soldier " Albert I, WWI hero of the Belgian Army

King of Belgium Albert I named the King Soldier for leading troups against german attacks on Yser River frontline during World War One 

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Despite their limitations, the Belgian forces were reportedly inspired to fight due to the sheer presence of their king, who mingled among the troops and visited the field hospitals.

(The Dialog)

King Albert I is known as the King Soldier. Indeed, during the First World War, from 1914, he took command of the army in the field. After the war, King Albert I ordered very important reforms (positive changes for the people) in Belgium: the introduction of universal suffrage (giving the voting right to all men, regardless of their wealth), the equality of the two national languages and the improvement of working conditions for all.

(Monarchie.be)

Westfront is the place to learn more about the region’s part in WWI. The ‘Ganzepoot’ (Dutch for goose foot) is the name of Nieuwpoort’s lock complex. The form of the facility resembles a goose foot, hence the name. It played a crucial role during World War I when the entire plain behind the river was flooded. In 2014, a new visitor centre was constructed to allow visitors to learn more about the complex’s and floods’ role during World War I. On top of the centre, you can find the impressive King Albert I monument.

(Next Stop Belgium)