The Battle of Lowestoft, fought on June 3, 1665, was a major naval engagement during the Second Anglo-Dutch War. It took place off the coast of Lowestoft, England, between the English Royal Navy and the Dutch Republic's fleet.

The English, commanded by James, Duke of York (later James II), had around 100 ships, while the Dutch fleet, under Admiral Jacob van Wassenaer Obdam, had slightly more. Despite being outnumbered, the English capitalized on superior tactics and firepower. The battle ended in a decisive English victory, with the Dutch fleet suffering heavy losses, including the death of Admiral Obdam when his flagship exploded.

The victory gave the English temporary dominance at sea, though it failed to bring a swift end to the war. The battle remains notable for its scale and intensity in 17th-century naval warfare.

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