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over the colonial possessions of the two countries. Most fighting involved naval encounters, which took place in
European waters and the West Indies. France was allied to the Dutch Republic and Denmark. In 1666, the English fleet controlled the
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realised his mistake too late. He attempted to fight, but outnumbered, he stuck his colours and surrendered. The rest of the French and the Dutch retreated to safety.
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