Dutch ship Tromp (1777)

The Tromp was a Dutch ship of the line launched in 1777. She was a warship, built for service in the navy of the Dutch Republic (later the Batavian Republic, and Kingdom of Holland). Ships of the line were the capital ships of their time, designed to participate in line-of-battle tactics against enemy fleets.

Details on the Tromp are often scarce, as detailed naval records from the period are not always complete or easily accessible. However, she likely carried between 60 and 80 guns, typical for ships of her type and era. These guns would have included a mix of cannons of varying calibers.

Like other Dutch warships of the period, the Tromp likely participated in naval engagements against the British Royal Navy, particularly during the Fourth Anglo-Dutch War (1780-1784). Dutch naval power was in decline at this time, making them vulnerable against the more powerful British fleet. The Tromp could have participated in convoy escort duties, fleet actions, or raiding operations. Her eventual fate, including whether she was captured, sunk, or decommissioned, requires further specific historical research. The name Tromp itself was a common one for Dutch warships, honoring the famous Dutch admirals Maarten Tromp and Cornelis Tromp, making definitive attribution difficult without more identifying information.