Swedish Navy Collection

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Russian defeat of the Swedish flotilla during the Northern War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Hans Wachtmeister of Johannishus, 1641-1714, 1690. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Hans Wachtmeister of Johannishus, 1641-1714, 1690

HMS Wachtmeister fighting against the Russian squadron on Juny 4, 1719, 1895. Private Collection

The naval Battle of Reval on 13 May 1790, 1860s. Artist: Bogolyubov, Alexei Petrovich (1824-1896)
The naval Battle of Reval on 13 May 1790, 1860s. Found in the collection of the State Central Navy Museum, St. Petersburg

The Peace Conference at the Hague (b / w photo)
1051872 The Peace Conference at the Hague (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Peace Conference at the Hague)

Portrait of Abraham Duquesne (engraving)
819361 Portrait of Abraham Duquesne (engraving) by Guilleminot, Armand (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham Duquesne, marquis du Bouchet, French naval officer)

Siege of the Russian fortress Nyslott in Finland, 1788. Creator: Weinrauch
Siege of the Russian fortress Nyslott in Finland, 1788. Private Collection

The naval Battle of Oland on 26 July 1789. Creator: Cumelin, Johan Petter (1764-1820)
The naval Battle of Oland on 26 July 1789. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

First Russo-Swedish Battle of Rochensalm on August 24, 1789, c. 1790. Creator: Schoultz
First Russo-Swedish Battle of Rochensalm on August 24, 1789, c. 1790. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

Second Russo-Swedish Battle of Svensksund on 10 July 1790. Creator: Schoultz, Johan Tietrich
Second Russo-Swedish Battle of Svensksund on 10 July 1790. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

The naval Battle of Oland on 26 July 1789, c. 1790. Creator: Cumelin, Johan Petter (1764-1820)
The naval Battle of Oland on 26 July 1789, c. 1790. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

The naval Battle of Reval on 13 May 1790. Creator: Hagg, Jacob (1839-1931)
The naval Battle of Reval on 13 May 1790. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

The Battle of Vyborg Bay on July 3, 1790, 1791. Creator: Schoultz, Johan Tietrich (1754-1807)
The Battle of Vyborg Bay on July 3, 1790, 1791. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

The Battle of Fredrikshamn on May 1790, 1791. Creator: Schoultz, Johan Tietrich (1754-1807)
The Battle of Fredrikshamn on May 1790, 1791. Found in the Collection of Sjohistoriska museet

The Russo-Swedish seabattle of Krasnaya Gorka near Kronstadt on May 1790, 1790. Private Collection

The naval Battle of Hogland on 17 July 1788, Late 18th cent. Private Collection

Medal for the Battle of Gangut, 1714. Private Collection

Prince Charles XIII of Sweden at the battle of Hogland on 17 July 1788. Private Collection

The Battle of Hoglande on 22 July 1713, 1713. Artist: Anonymous
The Battle of Hoglande on 22 July 1713, 1713. Private Collection

The naval Battle of Oland on 26 July 1789, 1804. Artist: Anonymous
The naval Battle of Oland on 26 July 1789, 1804. Private Collection

The battle at the mouth of the Neva on May 18, 1703, 1720s. Artist: Zubov, Alexei Fyodorovich (1682-after 1750)
The battle at the mouth of the Neva on May 18, 1703, 1720s. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714. Artist: Larmessin, Nicolas de, II (1684-1755)
The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714. Private Collection

Triumphal Bringing of Swedish Ships into St Petersburg after the Victory off the Hanko Peninsula, 1714. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714, 1715. Artist: Zubov, Alexei Fyodorovich (1682-after 1750)
The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714, 1715. Found in the collection of the Regional I. Kramskoi Art Museum, Voronezh

First Naval Battle. Naum Senyavin, 1865-1866. Artist: Bogolyubov, Alexei Petrovich (1824-1896)
First Naval Battle. Naum Senyavin, 1865-1866. Found in the collection of the State A. Radishchev Art Museum, Saratov

Taking of the Swedish Noteburg Fortress by Russian Troops on October 11, 1702, 1703. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Taking of Admiral Nils Ehrenskiold in the Battle of Gangut, Mid of the 18th cen Artist: Porter
The Taking of Admiral Nils Ehrenskiold in the Battle of Gangut, Mid of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Central Navy Museum, St. Petersburg

The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714, 1724. Artist: Baquoi, Maurice (active 1720s)
The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714, 1724. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

The Russian Cutter Mercury captures Swedish 40-gun frigate Venus on May 21st, 1789, 1845. Bogolyubov, Alexei Petrovich (1824-1896). Found in the collection of the State Central Navy Museum, St

Lady Louise Mountattens christian name preserved on Swedish battleship. Some time ago, Lady Louise Mountbatten wrote her christian name on the Swedish battleship, Sverige

Swedish warships arrive at Sheerness. Sverige ( flagship ). 2 July 1923
Swedish warships arrive at Sheerness. " Sverige " ( flagship ). 2 July 1923

King of Sweden arrives at Sheerness. The Swedish battleship Sverige arriving
King of Sweden arrives at Sheerness. The Swedish battleship " Sverige " arriving. 2 November 1923

Swedish warships at Sheerness. Gustav V. 1923
Swedish warships at Sheerness. " Gustav V ". 1923

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The Swedish Navy, also known as the Kungliga Flottan, has a rich history filled with heroic battles and strategic triumphs. One such remarkable event is the HMS Wachtmeister's valiant fight against the Russian squadron on June 4, 1719. This display of bravery showcased the unwavering determination of the Swedish naval forces. Another significant moment in Swedish naval history is the Battle of Reval on May 13, 1790. The artist Bogolyubov beautifully captured this intense conflict in his painting from the 1860s. The image portrays a scene filled with chaos and valor as Swedish sailors fought against their Russian adversaries. During this period, peace was also sought after by nations worldwide. A poignant reminder of these efforts can be seen in a black-and-white photograph capturing The Peace Conference at The Hague. This historical gathering aimed to resolve conflicts through diplomacy rather than warfare. Abraham Duquesne, an esteemed figure in naval history, is immortalized through an intricate engraving portrait. His contributions to maritime warfare are celebrated even today. The Siege of Nyslott Fortress in Finland during 1788 stands out as another testament to Sweden's military prowess. Weinrauch's depiction showcases both the intensity and strategic brilliance employed by Swedish forces during this campaign. The First Russo-Swedish Battle of Rochensalm on August 24, 1789 further exemplifies Sweden's resilience and tactical acumen under challenging circumstances. Schoultz masterfully captures this battle's essence through his artwork from around c. 1790. Continuing their impressive streak, Sweden emerged victorious once again during the Second Russo-Swedish Battle of Svensksund on July 10, 1790 - depicted by Johan Tietrich Schoultz himself in another captivating piece. Johan Petter Cumelin skillfully brings to life yet another crucial encounter: The Naval Battle of Oland on July 26, 1789. His artwork from c.