dec 20, 1781 - 2nd Battle of Ushant (1781)
Description:
The Second Battle of Ushant was a naval battle fought between French and British squadrons near Ushant, an island off the coast of Brittany, on 12 December 1781, as part of the American Revolutionary War. Initially, Guichen's fleet was situated downwind of the convoy, allowing the British ships to sweep down and capture 15 ships carrying troops and supplies before the French ships could intervene.Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 20, 1781
Now
~ 244 years ago