Publisher's Synopsis
Lieut-Admiral de Ruyter was one of the most famous naval commanders of the seventeenth century, renowned for his courage, skill, and leadership. This book provides a vivid and engaging portrait of this remarkable figure, tracing his career from his early days as a merchant sailor to his rise to command in the Dutch navy. Written by G. Grinnellmilne, a distinguished naval historian, Life of Lieut-Admiral de Ruyter offers a thrilling account of the naval battles and campaigns in which de Ruyter played a key role, and sheds light on the wider context of the Dutch Republic's struggle for power and influence in Europe.
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