Nederlandse Moslim Stichtte New York | Vergeten Verleden met Joram van Klaveren | Aflevering 1

In this episode of Forgotten Past, we dive into the incredible life story of Jan Janszoon, the Dutch sailor who was shipwrecked off the coast of North Africa and made a decision that would change his life and world history forever. He converted to Islam, took the name Mourad Reis, and became one of the most influential figures of his time. His son? A half-Dutch, half-Moroccan Muslim who brought the first Qur’an to America and even helped found Brooklyn, the heart of modern-day New York. The story of Jan Janszoon and his son reveals how deeply Islam has been intertwined with Western history — long before the Netherlands or the United States even existed. This video is based on the book Forgotten Past by Joram van Klaveren, which uncovers thirty overlooked stories about the historical connections between Islam and the West. With sharp insights and surprising perspectives, the book challenges us to see our shared history through new eyes. What does it mean if the roots of our modern world are more interconnected than we ever imagined? And what can we learn from these forgotten stories? Found this inspiring? Subscribe for more stories about faith, history, and identity. Share in the comments: Which forgotten chapter of history would you like to rediscover? #ForgottenPast #spirituality #joramvanklaveren #faith #islam #history