Battle of Flushing facts for kids
The Battle of Flushing was an important naval battle (a fight at sea) that happened on April 17, 1573. It took place near the city of Flushing, Netherlands during the Eighty Years' War. This war was a long conflict where the Dutch fought for their freedom from Spain.
The Spanish fleet was led by Sancho d'Avila, and the Dutch fleet was led by Lieven Keersmaker.
The Battle Begins
The Dutch ships first left Flushing. But they soon came back when the city's cannons started firing at the Spanish fleet. This helped the Dutch in the battle.
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What Happened Next
During the fight, the Dutch managed to capture five Spanish ships. However, the rest of the Spanish fleet got away. They sailed to the nearby cities of Middelburg and Arnemuiden.
This battle was a small but important part of the larger Eighty Years' War. It showed the ongoing struggle between the Dutch and Spanish forces at sea.
