Historical Events tagged with "admiralvernon"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
The Battle of Cartagena de Indias Begins
The Battle of Cartagena de Indias initiated on March 13, 1741, during the ongoing War of Jenkins' Ear, marked a significant military conflict primarily involving British and Spanish naval forces. British Admiral Edward Vernon led an extensive fleet to seize the well-fortified Caribbean city of Cartagena de Indias, which was under Spanish control. The British aimed to weaken Spanish power in the region and enhance their own trade interests. Cartagena's defenses, commanded by the seasoned Hispanic leader Blas de Lezo, were put to the test as the battle unfolded over several months, showcasing strategic maneuvers and the importance of naval dominance in colonial warfare.
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