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This is the sculpture of Frans Naerebout (1748-1818) at the seafront in Flushing, Zeeland, The Netherlands.

Frans Naerebout was not only an excellent harbor pilot but a brave lifesaver (rescuer of shipwrecked) as well (he rescued hundreds of people on several occasions). In Holland we have still nowadays the saying 'Onverschrokken Naerebout'. It's only said to a person who has courage and is fearless.