Slag bij Doggersbank 1781

"Slag bij Doggersbank" is a silver commemorative medal created by Adrianus Martinus Josephus van Baerll in 1781. The medal depicts a naval battle between Dutch and British ships. The inscription on the medal reads “Toer oogst 1781" (August Harvest 1781) referring to a Dutch victory over the British fleet. The back of the medal displays a Dutch inscription that reads “O Ratavier God staat uw recht daar zooltijd aan met zijn bidden vacht. Herstelt u de eer der vrije vlag, trots overmacht in Fenem Slag". This commemorative medal serves as a testament to a significant moment in Dutch naval history, highlighting the Dutch resilience and triumph over British forces.