Johan Herman Schützercrantz

Following his return to Sweden, he pursued a successful career in the Swedish Navy and participated in the Russo-Swedish War of 1788–1790; he was decorated for having taken part in the Battle of Svensksund.

His son, Adolf Ulrik Schützercrantz, was an officer in the Swedish Army (Second Life Guard Regiment) and an artist.

Johan Herman Schützercrantz was a member of the Swedish nobility (friherre); the family had come to Sweden from Gdańsk in the late 17th century.

[2] He was commended for his actions during the battle, mentioned by Admiral François Joseph Paul de Grasse as being worthy of royal favour, together with another fellow Swedish volunteer.

Later during the war, he served on board the Solitaire, and was taken prisoner by the British following the capture of the ship in West Indian waters.