The storm in the North Sea caused one of the worst floods in Holland history, but behind the statistics there are personal tragedies and unusual stories.
King Philip II of Spain sends his army to crush the revolt of Netherlands. Citizens of Haarlem decide to take the stand. Rich widow Kenau, after death of her daughter, leads a group of women into fight.
The portrait of Dutch admiral Michiel de Ruyter, who challenged the English navy in 17th century and saved his country independence during a difficult time for Netherlands.
Reinhard Heydrich begins his career in Nazi Party and quickly raises in ranks, but with each step he gains more and more enemies. Until Operation Anthropoid has started.