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Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
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Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Piet Hein (1577-1629) was a Dutch naval officer who became a popular hero because of his exploits in the Eighty Years War to secure the independence of the Netherlands from Spain. In 1628 he captured a Spanish treasure fleet in the Caribbean, returning home to a heros welcome the following year. The spoils were sufficient to fund the Dutch army for eight months and to provide the Dutch East India Companys shareholders with a large cash dividend. A print from Nederlands Geschiedenis en Volksleven in Schetsen, by J Van Lenner and J Ter Gouw. (Leiden, AW Sijthoff, c1870)
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This print, created by W Steelink in the 19th century, depicts a significant moment in Dutch history. The scene portrays Piet Pieterszoon Hein, a renowned Dutch naval officer, as he brings in the silver fleet to the Netherlands in 1629. Hein's heroic exploits during the Eighty Years War against Spain made him a beloved figure among his countrymen. In 1628, Hein achieved an extraordinary victory by capturing a Spanish treasure fleet sailing through the Caribbean. This triumph not only secured independence for the Netherlands but also brought immense wealth to its people. Returning home to a hero's welcome in 1629, Hein's spoils funded the Dutch army for eight months and provided substantial dividends to shareholders of the Dutch East India Company. The print beautifully captures this historical event with intricate details of ships sailing on calm waters towards their homeland. It symbolizes both victory and prosperity as it showcases warships laden with treasures from distant lands. Created over two centuries after these events took place, this engraving serves as a powerful reminder of Holland's maritime prowess and its struggle for freedom during one of Europe's longest wars. It stands as a testament to Piet Pieterszoon Hein's bravery and skillful leadership that forever etched his name into Dutch history books. This remarkable piece from Nederlands Geschiedenis en Volksleven in Schetsen is not just an artistic representation; it encapsulates national pride and celebrates an iconic figure who played a crucial role in shaping modern-day Netherlands.
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