Michiel de Ruyter - Vlissingen
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Michiel de Ruyter was an Admiral. Vlissingen is his town of birth.
Waymark Code: WM2D0N
Location: Zeeland, Netherlands
Date Posted: 10/14/2007
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Michiel Adriaenszoon de Ruyter (24 March 1607 – 29 April 1676) is one of the most famous admirals in Dutch history. De Ruyter is most famous for his role in the Anglo-Dutch Wars of the 17th century. He fought the English and French in these wars and scored several major victories, the best known probably being the Raid on the Medway. The pious De Ruyter was very much loved by his sailors and soldiers; from them his most significant nickname derived: Bestevaêr (older Dutch for 'grandfather'.) He is honoured by this statue in his birthplace Vlissingen, where he stands looking over the sea.
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