Beschrijving van de begrafenis van commandeur Johan van Galen in de Nieuwe Kerk, 1653 1653

This document describes Johan van Galen's funeral in the Nieuwe Kerk in 1653. Van Galen was a Dutch naval commander. This document reflects the social and political values of the Dutch Republic during its Golden Age. The Dutch Republic was a major maritime power, and naval commanders like Van Galen were celebrated as national heroes. His death in battle would have been seen as a sacrifice for the Republic's commercial interests and national pride. The grand funeral commemorated here would have served to reinforce these values and inspire patriotism. The document offers insight into the culture of public mourning and the role of the church as a site of national remembrance. Historians can combine this information with other sources, such as naval records and church archives, to gain a deeper understanding of the social and political context in which this document was produced.