Michiel De Ruyter Biography, Birthday & Nationality

Michiel De Ruyter 24/03/1607   -   29/04/1676

Michiel De Ruyter Introduction:

Michiel de Ruyter was a 17th century Dutch admiral who is considered as the most successful and skilled admiral in the history of the Dutch Republic. Check out this biography to know about his childhood, family life, and achievements.

Michiel De Ruyter Biography, Awards, Facts and Family

  • Nick Name: Bestevaêr
  • Famous: Dutch Men
  • Died At Age: 69
  • Sun Sign: Aries
  • Also Known As: Michiel Adriaanszoon De Ruyter, Michiel Adriaenszoon
  • Born Country: Netherlands
  • Born In: Vlissingen, Netherlands
  • Famous As: Admiral
  • Spouse/Ex-: Anna Van Gelder (m. 1652), Maayke Velders (m. 1631 – 1631), Neeltje Engels (m. 1636 – 1650)
  • Father: Adriaen Michielszoon
  • Mother: Aagje Jansdochter
  • Children: Engel de Ruyter
  • Died On: April 29, 1676
  • Place Of Death: Syracuse, Italy
  • Cause Of Death: Killed In Action
  • Bio: Michiel De Ruyter Was A 17th Century Dutch Admiral Who Is Considered As The Most Successful And Skilled Admiral In The History Of The Dutch Republic. Check Out This Biography To Know About His Childhood, Family Life, And Achievements.