Jacob van Heemskerk | |
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![]() Jacob van Heemskerck | |
Born | 3 March 1567 Amsterdam, Spanish Netherlands |
Died | 25 April 1607 aboard vessel in the Bay of Gibraltar | (aged 40)
Nationality | Dutch |
Occupation | Admiral |
Known for | Exploration of the Arctic |
Jacob van Heemskerck (3 March 1567 – 25 April 1607) was a Dutch explorer and naval admiral. He is generally known for his victory over the Spanish at the Battle of Gibraltar, where he ultimately lost his life.