Battle of Harwich

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Metacom
gptkbp:aftermath shift in naval power dynamics
increased naval tensions
gptkbp:casualties significant losses on both sides
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:Kingdom_of_England
gptkb:Dutch_Republic
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Admiral_Michiel_de_Ruyter
gptkb:Admiral_Sir_Edward_Spragge
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired naval literature
gptkbp:date 3 May 1672
gptkbp:doctrine emphasis on ship maneuverability
gptkbp:duration several hours
gptkbp:famous_for early use of line of battle tactics
gptkbp:historical_analysis varied interpretations
gptkbp:historical_context rise of naval powers in Europe
part of larger conflict between England and the Dutch Republic
gptkbp:historical_debate interpretations of victory and defeat
gptkbp:historical_documentation limited primary sources available
gptkbp:historical_event limited documentation
gptkbp:historical_impact influenced future naval engagements
gptkbp:historical_significance pivotal in Anglo-Dutch relations
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of Harwich
gptkbp:influenced subsequent naval warfare strategies
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in in naval history literature
gptkbp:legacy remains a subject of study
studied in naval history
gptkbp:location gptkb:Harwich,_England
gptkbp:military_strategy blockade tactics
fleet engagement
use of fire ships
evolution of tactics over time
increased frequency post-battle
gptkbp:narrative_style part of the larger Anglo-Dutch Wars
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Battle_of_the_Texel
gptkb:Battle_of_Solebay
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:Admiral_Spragge
gptkb:Admiral_de_Ruyter
gptkbp:notable_ships sailing ships
sailing technology advancements
Dutch warships
Royal Navy vessels
gptkbp:objective control of maritime trade routes
gptkbp:outcome disruption of English shipping
gptkbp:primary_source contemporary accounts
gptkbp:result Dutch victory
gptkbp:significance part of the Third Anglo-Dutch War
gptkbp:strategic_importance importance of naval preparedness
Dutch naval dominance
control of the North Sea
English retreat
gptkbp:tactics flanking maneuvers
gptkbp:type sea battle
gptkbp:weather_conditions favorable for the Dutch