> The encounter with the British captain proved to be a formidable challenge for Wessel.
> After approximately 14 hours of intense fighting, both vessels were heavily damaged, and Wessel was nearly out of ammunition. In a bold move, Wessel sent a message to the British ship, expressing gratitude for the fierce duel and humorously requesting to borrow ammunition to continue the fight. The request was refused, but the two captains shared a toast to each other’s health before parting ways.
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> In 1714, Peter Wessel… On July 26, 1714, near Lindesnes, Wessel, aboard the Løvendals Gallej and flying a Dutch flag, encountered a frigate under the British flag.
> The encounter with the British captain proved to be a formidable challenge for Wessel.
> After approximately 14 hours of intense fighting, both vessels were heavily damaged, and Wessel was nearly out of ammunition. In a bold move, Wessel sent a message to the British ship, expressing gratitude for the fierce duel and humorously requesting to borrow ammunition to continue the fight. The request was refused, but the two captains shared a toast to each other’s health before parting ways.