Their armoured vehicles and cars were already rolling into Dokkum, the northernmost town, on 14 April. One day later, they also liberated the capital of Leeuwarden. Battles still continued in several locations. The Dragoons managed to limit their losses, however, partly due to intelligence and help from the Frisian resistance. Another four young Dragoons nevertheless lost their lives during the battles. The connection with Friesland, and Leeuwarden in particular, has always remained strong. The Dragoons celebrate "Leeuwarden Day" every year on 15 April.

In Leeuwarden, their deployment is commemorated with the raising of the regimental flag.