Military & Warfare

British Honduras Defeats Spain at St. George's Caye

In the Battle of St. George's Caye, British forces in British Honduras successfully defended against a Spanish invasion. Occurring near the coast of what is now Belize, the battle highlighted the determination of the British settlers to maintain control of their settlement amidst rising tensions with Spain. Utilizing a mix of naval and land forces, the British, led by Colonel Edward Despard, repelled the Spanish fleet and ground troops, ensuring British sovereignty in the region.

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