[1] They were replaced by the Kortenaer-class frigates in the early 1980s and seven ships were sold to the Peruvian Navy where they served until 1991.

[2] The machinery was identical to that used in the American Gearing-class destroyers and manufactured under licence by Werkspoor.

For the 1947 budget, funds were included for the first time for the new ships: the so-called "Submarine Destroyer 1947".

In 1948 it was announced that the Dutch navy would purchase, alongside the four "Holland-class" ships, another eight submarine destroyers.

[2] In contrast to previous Dutch Navy practice the ships were named after provinces or cities rather than admirals.