American Colonial Historical Medals (Betts Medals)
1781 Compelled By Injuries (Battle of Doggersbank)

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Betts-589 Silver.
This medal commemorates the battle of Doggersbank, which was waged on August 5, 1781. This battle was between an English fleet commanded by Admiral Stewart and a Dutch fleet commanded by Admiral Zoutman. This has been descried as one of the most visually impressive in the Betts book. The obverse features a crowned female to symbolize Holland and the Batavian lion. The obverse is translated to the immortal defenders of the glory of the Netherland. The names in the wreathes are the Dutch Captains. Some say that this battle had significant influence in leading the Netherlands to acknowledge American Independence. - Ex: Glode M. Requa