Dutch Ships Surrendered
The squadron of Admiral Story comprised only part of the Batavian fleet. In Amsterdam lay four 74-gun and two 64-gun ships; at Hellevoetsluis one 74-gun ship and seven 64-guns, besides several frigates and brigs.
| Ship | Guns | Commander | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 74 | Van Capellen | Ship of the line, flagship |
| Cerberus | 64 | De Jong | Ship of the Line |
| De Ruyter | 64 | Huijs | Ship of the Line |
| Gelderland | 64 | Waldeck | Ship of the Line |
| Leyden | 64 | Van Braam | Ship of the Line |
| Utrecht | 64 | Kolff | Ship of the Line |
| Batavier | 50 | Van Senden | Ship of the Line |
| Beschermer | 50 | Eilbracht | Ship of the Line |
| Mars | 44 | De Bock | Frigate |
| Amphitrite | 40 | Schutter | Frigate |
| Ambuscade | 32 | Riverij | Frigate |
| Galathea | 16 | Droop | Brig |
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