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Willem Joseph Baron van Gendt (1625-1672). Vice Admiral
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Willem Joseph Baron van Gendt (1625-1672). Vice Admiral

Jan de Baen · 1667 - 1702 · canvas; oil paint (paint)

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

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Willem Joseph, Baron van Gendt, attributed to Jan de Baen, third quarter 17th century. Following a career in the army, Van Gendt (c. 1625-1672) was given command of the newly raised regiment of marines. Two years later - in 1667 - Van Gendt commanded the first squadron to reach the English naval base at Chatham. He was killed fighting the English in the Battle of Sole Bay off the southeast coast of England.

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paintingWillem Joseph baron van Gendthistorical personscommander-in-chief, admiralChathamRaid on the MedwayBattle of Solebay
Credit lineWillem Joseph Baron van Gendt (1625-1672). Vice Admiral. 1667 - 1702. Jan de Baen. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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