This era is the era of adventurers, and many navigators go down in history. In order to fight for colonial and maritime supremacy, countries have launched fierce naval battles, and outstanding naval generals have become hot figures. Their names are like dazzling stars and will always be looked up to by future generations.
And de Ruyter, the legendary hero of the Netherlands, is one of them.
De Reutte, whose full name is Michel Adriansson de Reutte, is a general who grew up in the navy. He became the commander-in-chief of the Dutch navy in 1665, and in several subsequent battles (Four Days Battle in 1666, Battle of Sol Bay in 1672, and Battle of Texel in 1673), he defeated the naval fleets of various countries, thus ensuring that the Netherlands became the best in the 17th century. Strong colonial country. In April 1676, Leyte was sent to the Mediterranean to help Spain fight the French army. He was shot suddenly in the fierce battle and died shortly thereafter at the age of 69. His death caused the rapid decline of the Dutch navy and withdrew from the ranks of first-class powers.
Although the film does not have enough descriptions of naval warfare, it is full of visual impact. In the era of great navigation, the steam age has not yet begun, and the sailing of ships mainly relied on sea wind and ocean currents. Naval battles mainly rely on artillery. At that time, there was no destructive artillery shells, and only solid metal balls could be used to destroy wooden ships. If hitting the bow and stern destroys the shape of the ship or smashes the rudder, then you make a lot of money. As for the side battle and the deck battle, they can reflect the bravery of this legendary general.
Unfortunately, no matter how brave a general is, it is difficult to resist a knife stabbed from the back. The prime minister who supported him the most was brutally killed by the prince, and was cut to pieces after his death. The prince succeeded to the throne as Prince of Orange, William III. Fortunately, the king trusted him enough, so he failed to become the Dutch version of Yuan Chonghuan.
The second-generation Xiao Tromp, who had been in conflict with him, reconciled with him in the war. Although the king obliterated Leyte's credit, little Tromp still felt that he deserved the king's award. Because he understood that it was Leyte who brought the real victory.
In the movie, Leyte died of a conspiracy by the king. The king's idea was to unite with Britain, but the admiral who was not very cooperative was to get rid of it with tactics. In history, the king's decision was correct, because in the end he successfully served as the king of England. The admiral was indeed killed in battle, but he had nothing to do with conspiracy. The fiction of the film is nothing more than to enhance the tragic meaning of the story.
At the end of the play, Leyte enjoyed the state funeral and was bestowed the most magnificent tomb by William III. I just wish to express my gratitude to this ending rather than regret it. After all, a glorious death is much better than a humble life! Such an ending is worthy of a hero.
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