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William III sworn in as Captain-General, 1672

anonymous · 1672 - 1685 · etching; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Representation of the appointment of Prince William III as captain-general of the Dutch armed forces, 25 February 1672. Shown is the moment the prince takes the oath to the clerk of the States-General, Gaspar Fagel. Two small scenes in the background show the banquet and fireworks held in honor of the appointment of the prince.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description

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print Gaspar Fagel

Credit lineWillem III ingezworen als kapitein-generaal, 1672. 1672 - 1685. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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