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Battle Of Texel Collection

"The Battle of Texel: A Historical Clash of Naval Powers" Step back in time to witness the epic Battle of Texel, a fierce naval confrontation that unfolded in 1673

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: The Battle of Texel, 1673 (c1920). Artist: Eugene Louis Gabriel Isabey

The Battle of Texel, 1673 (c1920). Artist: Eugene Louis Gabriel Isabey
The Battle of Texel, 1673 (c1920). In 1653, the Dutch admiral Maarten Tromp was killed in a battle with the English navy off the coast of Texel, Holland

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Cloudesley Shovell

Cloudesley Shovell
3585765 Cloudesley Shovell; (add.info.: Portrait of Cloudesley Shovell (1650-1707) an English naval officer. Dated 17th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Encounter during the Battle of Kijkduin, c.1675. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger

Encounter during the Battle of Kijkduin, c.1675. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger
Encounter during the Battle of Kijkduin, c.1675. Other Title(s): "Sea Battle between Cornelis Tromp on the "Gouden Leeuw"

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Sir C. Shovel, (c1650-1707), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Sir C. Shovel, (c1650-1707), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir C. Shovel, (c1650-1707), 1830. Sir Cloudesley Shovell (c1650-1707) English naval officer who served at; the Battle of Solebay, the Battle of Texel during the Third Anglo-Dutch War

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Sir J Leake, (1656-1720), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Sir J Leake, (1656-1720), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir J Leake, (1656-1720), 1830. Admiral of the Fleet Sir John Leake (1656-1720) Royal Navy officer and politician. Served in the Battle of Texel during the Anglo-Dutch wars

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Jean Bart in the Battle of Texel on 29 June 1694, 1789. Creator: Anonymous

Jean Bart in the Battle of Texel on 29 June 1694, 1789. Creator: Anonymous
Jean Bart in the Battle of Texel on 29 June 1694, 1789. Private Collection

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702), 1694. Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702), 1694. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Jean Bart (1650-1702), 1694. Private Collection

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: The Battle of Scheveningen, aka the Battle of Texel or the Battle of Ter Heijde, 1653

The Battle of Scheveningen, aka the Battle of Texel or the Battle of Ter Heijde, 1653. Final naval battle of the First Anglo-Dutch War

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: The Battle of the Texel, c1700. Artist: Bastiaen Stopendael

The Battle of the Texel, c1700. Artist: Bastiaen Stopendael
The Battle of the Texel, c1700. The naval Battle of Texel took place on 21 August 1673 between the Dutch and the combined English and French fleets

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Battle of the Texel, c1675. Artist: Romeyn de Hooghe

Battle of the Texel, c1675. Artist: Romeyn de Hooghe
Battle of the Texel, c1675. The naval Battle of Texel took place on 21 August 1673 between the Dutch and the combined English and French fleets

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Sir Edward Spragge and Cornelius Tromp, late 17th century. Artist: Willem van de Velde the Younger

Sir Edward Spragge and Cornelius Tromp, late 17th century. Artist: Willem van de Velde the Younger
Sir Edward Spragge and Cornelius Tromp, late 17th century. The naval Battle of Texel took place on 21 August 1673 between the Dutch and the combined English and French fleets

Background imageBattle Of Texel Collection: Battle of Scheveningen, c1653. Artist: Cornelis de Visscher

Battle of Scheveningen, c1653. Artist: Cornelis de Visscher
Battle of Scheveningen, c1653, (1924). The Battle of Scheveningen, the final naval battle of the First Anglo-Dutch War that took place on 31 July 1653. From Old Naval Prints, by Charles N



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"The Battle of Texel: A Historical Clash of Naval Powers" Step back in time to witness the epic Battle of Texel, a fierce naval confrontation that unfolded in 1673. This captivating artwork by Eugene Louis Gabriel Isabey captures the intensity and drama of this historic event. Amidst the chaos, we see Sir C. Shovel and Sir J Leake leading their respective fleets with unwavering determination. Their strategic prowess and leadership skills would prove crucial in determining the outcome of this monumental clash. Jean Bart, a legendary figure in naval history, emerges as a central character in both anonymous portraits from 1694. His fearless presence on the battlefield during the Battle of Texel on June 29th left an indelible mark on history. Bastiaen Stopendael's depiction transports us to the heart of battle itself, showcasing ships locked in combat amidst turbulent waters. The artist skillfully portrays every detail, capturing the tension and adrenaline that coursed through sailors' veins during this pivotal moment. Romeyn de Hooghe's artwork from around 1675 offers another perspective on this historic encounter. It highlights how different artists interpreted and commemorated such significant events throughout history. The late 17th-century painting by Willem van de Velde the Younger showcases Sir Edward Spragge engaging Cornelius Tromp—an intense duel between two formidable adversaries that epitomizes bravery at sea. Cornelis de Visscher's portrayal takes us back even further to another critical engagement—the Battle of Scheveningen—also known as the Battle of Ter Heijde or even referred to as part of The Battle of Texel. This final naval battle marked a turning point in First Anglo-Dutch War while witnessing Maarten Harpertszoon Tromp's tragic demise—a loss felt deeply within Dutch ranks.