Conversation so far:
When did Michiel de Ruyter die?
On 18 March 1677, De Ruyter was given an elaborate state funeral.
What happen in the 1600s to Michiel de Ruyter?
De Ruyter is arguably most famous for his achievements with the Dutch Navy during the Anglo-Dutch Wars.
Did anything else happen interesting during the Anglo-Dutch Wars besides Michiel De Ruyter achieving fame?
The new rank of lieutenant-admiral general was created especially for Michiel de Ruyter in February 1673, when the new stadtholder, William III of Orange, became admiral-general.
Did Michiel de Ruyter save anybody during his time as a maritime warleader?
De Ruyter fought off an attack by a superior force by a bold attack on its strongest ships, De Ruyter clearly won this battle of Plymouth and saved the convoy.
Did Michiel de Ruter lose any battles?
When attempting to assault Fort Royal, Michiel de Ruyter's fleet was becalmed, allowing the greatly outnumbered French defenders time to solidify their defenses.
What else happen in the battle of Michiel de Ruyter's fleet attempting to assault Fort Royal after getting becalmed outside the fort?
The next day, newly placed booms prevented De Ruyter from entering the harbor, but regardless the Dutch soldiers went ashore.
What else happened when Michiel de Ruyter's soldiers returned from the land assault against the French encampment of Fort Royal?
Within two hours, the soldiers returned to the fleet with 143 killed and 318 wounded – compared to only 15 French defenders lost.

Question: Did he ever return home?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Michiel de Ruyter ever return home after his attempted raid on Fort Royal?