The Battle of the Texel was a naval engagement that took place in 1673 during the Franco-Dutch War. It involved a confrontation between the fleets of the Dutch Republic and the French Navy, with the Dutch seeking to protect their maritime interests against French expansion. Fought near the Texel, an island off the coast of the Netherlands, the battle was significant for its strategic implications. The Dutch fleet, commanded by Admiral Michiel de Ruyter, successfully defended against the French forces, showcasing the strength of Dutch naval power during this period.