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Back in 1715, as the battle raged, the Hvedig Sophia faced overwhelming odds against the Danish fleet. Despite possessing 80 cannons, Wachtmeister’s ship was outgunned and outnumbered, leading to tragic losses. The ensuing chaos saw more than 700 men killed or injured, with many succumbing to the wounds inflicted during the battle, reflecting the brutal reality of naval warfare of the time.
Records speak of a desperate strategy as the Swedish commanders made the heart-wrenching decision to scuttle their ships rather than allow them to fall into enemy hands. This act of defiance symbolized their unwillingness to surrender—a fitting echo of bravery still remembered by historians today.