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Tropical Amsterdam /

The Dutch Burgher community occupy a unique place in modern Sri Lanka. Once a privileged class, their exalted status vanished on independence. Despite this, a small group stayed. Their story is a fascinating insight into the wicked and glamorous world of colonialism and its legacy.

Bibliographic Details
Other Authors:	Schulz, Alexa Oona (Director)
Format:	Video
Language:	English
Language Notes:	In English.
Published:	Surrey, England : Journeyman Pictures, 2011.
Subjects:	Colonizaton. Colonists > Sri Lanka. Human settlements > Sri Lanka. Internet videos. Documentary films.
Online Access:	Connect to this streaming video (Alexander Street Press)

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