Nicolaas Zannekin was a rich farmer from Lampernisse. During the early 14th century AD, Zannekin served as leader of the revolt in coastal Flanders against the oppressive tax policy of the Count of Flanders Louis of Nevers. Zannekin and his men captured the towns of Nieuwpoort, Veurne, Ypres and Kortrijk.
Nicolaas Zannekin was a prosperous farmer from Lampernisse. During the early 14th century AD, he commanded the rebellion in coastal Flanders against Count Louis of Nevers' oppressive tax laws. Zannekin and his group took control of Nieuwpoort, Veurne, Ypres, and Kortrijk.