The Dutch Attack on Fort Louis in 1793

The Dutch Attack on Fort Louis

In 1793, Dutch forces attempted to capture Fort Louis from the French, reflecting the intense colonial rivalry in the Caribbean. Despite a fierce battle, the French successfully defended the fort, maintaining control over Marigot.

Exercise of the Hollandsche Gardes regiment at the Koekamp in The Hague under the command of Jacob van Kretschmar, 1778

Image description : Exercise of the Hollandsche Gardes regiment at the Koekamp in The Hague under the command of Jacob van Kretschmar, 1778.