English: The Wilhelmus | |
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Grand ducal anthem of ![]() | |
Lyrics | Nik Welter, 1919 |
Music | Unknown, 16th century |
Adopted | 1919 |
"De Wilhelmus" (pronounced [də vilˈhælmus]; Luxembourgish for "The Wilhelmus") is the grand ducal anthem of Luxembourg. Lyrics for it were written in 1919 by Luxembourgish writer Nik Welter, although they are not often used in official performances. The anthem is performed whenever a member of the Grand Ducal Family enters or leaves an official ceremony, while the national anthem, "Ons Heemecht", is performed at national celebrations.[1]