Henk van der Mheen

1924–1945 (age 21)

Biography

Henk van der Mheen was a young resistance fighter who dedicated himself to the struggle against Nazi occupation in the Netherlands. Born in 1924, he joined the underground movement alongside his brother Wim, demonstrating remarkable courage and commitment to the cause of freedom.

Henk van der Mheen died in 1945 at the age of 21 and was buried at Ede Memorial Cemetery. His memory stands as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the Dutch resistance and the price paid by those who fought for liberation.

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