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Captain Baron von Asbeck

1907

Captain Baron Thomas Karel van Asbeck (1899–1966) was a distinguished officer in the Royal Netherlands Navy, renowned for his expertise in hydrography and his leadership during World War II. He visited Mount Vernon in 1907 and planted an oak tree.

Mount Vernon During World War II

World War II had a significant impact on the Mount Vernon estate, much like it did the rest of the nation.

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