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Dutch frigates have called here before, almost exactly 10 years ago . . . The last photo in that link is the best . . . two designs of Dutch fighting vessels separated by 400 years!
DeRuyter was here in connection with NATO exercises, I believe. The reputation of the DeRuyter namesake can be compared to a Perry or a Jones in the US Navy.
Maybe someone can help me with all these flags. All I recognize is the red/white lower flag . . . signifying a pilot’s aboard.
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All photos by Will Van Dorp, who wishes the crew a welcome to the former New Amsterdam. Other vessels of the HNLMS can be found here.
Here’s a biographical account of the namesake.
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