De Baarsjes in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands — Northwestern Europe
Philips van Almonde
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, June 4, 2026
1. Philips van Almonde Marker
Nederlands vlootvoogd die in 1676 samen met Tromp tegen de Zweden vocht. In datzelfde jaar werd hij naar de Middellandse Zeevloot gestuurd om de overleden Michiel de Ruyter veilig thuis te brengen. Op 29 mei 1692 commandeerde hij de vloot die de Fransen in de zeeslagen bij Barfleur en La Hogue versloeg.
A Dutch naval commander who fought against the Swedes alongside Tromp in 1676. That same year, he was sent to the Mediterranean fleet to bring the late Michiel de Ruyter safely home. On May 29, 1692, he commanded the fleet that defeated the French in the naval battles of Barfleur and La Hogue.
Erected by Geef Straten Een Gezicht.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Military • Wars, Non-US. In addition, it is included in the Dutch Naval History (GSEG), and the Give Streets a Face / Geef Straten Een Gezicht series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is May 29, 1692.
Location. 52° 22.204′ N, 4° 51.535′
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, the Benelux Low Countries, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Johan Anthoniszoon van Riebeeck (within shouting distance of this marker); Lodewijk van Boisot (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Jan Carel Josephus van Speijk (about 150 meters away); Krommertstraat (about 180 meters away); Egbert Bartholomeusz Kortenaer (about 180 meters away); Jan Hendrik van Kinsbergen (about 210 meters away); Johan Evertsen (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Marco Polo (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amsterdam.
Also see . . . Philips van Almonde (Wikipedia). Overview:
Philips van Almonde (29 December 1644 6 January 1711) was a Dutch States Navy officer who served in his nation's maritime conflicts of the 17th and early 18th centuries.(Submitted on June 8, 2026.)
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, June 4, 2026
2. Philips van Almonde Marker - wide view
Credits. This page was last revised on June 8, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 8, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 8, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
