Dutch Guiana

noun

1. the former name of Surinam

Example Sentences

Her next book, “Slaves Remastered,” is the story of a massive slave rebellion Dutch Guiana.

From Washington Post

They took over much of Dutch Guiana for the same reason.

From Literature

Nelson grew up in Paramaribo, the capital of the South American nation formerly known as Dutch Guiana, and created the fairly bare-bones resort largely with his own hands.

From New York Times

Recent rumours as to a proposed further purchase—that of Dutch Guiana—have been officially denied.

From Project Gutenberg

He had more than three thousand Javanese on board whom he was taking from the East Indies to Paramaribo, Dutch Guiana.

From Project Gutenberg