List of Dutch naval personnel

This is an alphabetical list of notable 16th–19th-century Dutch people associated with the

Admiralty of the Maze, and the Admiralty of Zeeland—the Dutch East India Company

, and those in service of foreign navies.

During the 17th century, the Dutch Republic was a major maritime power and dominated much of the world trade during a period of intense European commercial rivalry. As such, the Dutch Navy was involved in a number of conflicts against other European powers, of which the Anglo-Dutch Wars are perhaps the best-known example. These naval battles generated numerous naval heroes, especially as the presence of no less than five Dutch admiralties ensured that many flag officers took part.

Naval personnel