Anglo-Dutch Wars

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The Anglo-Dutch Wars (Dutch: Engels-Nederlandse Oorlogen or Engelse Zeeoorlogen) were fought in the 17th and 18th centuries between England (and the Kingdom of Great Britain during the Fourth Anglo-Dutch War) and the United Provinces for control over the seas and trade routes. They are known as the Dutch Wars in England and as the English Wars in the Netherlands.

The first war (1652-1654)[edit]

The second war (1665-1667)[edit]

The third war (1672-1674)[edit]

Ships[edit]

Persons[edit]