Battle between Dutch and Africans near El Mina in 1637, Jacob van Meurs, circa 1671

Battle between the dutch and african natives near el mina in 1637. The wic captured the fort of el mina from the portuguese in 1637. To achieve this they forged a pact with indigenous rulers, but subsequently they also clashed with them. Date: circa 1671. Dimensions: height: 17 cm (6.6 in); width: 13.5 cm (5.3 in). Medium: engraving on paper. Collection: Koninklijke Bibliotheek. AMH-6834-KB Battle between Dutch and Africans near El Mina in 1637