Historical Events tagged with "colonial competition"
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Clash of Ships at Battle of Fort Royal
British and French naval forces engaged in combat near Martinique in a significant naval encounter during the American Revolutionary War. The British aimed to secure dominance over the Caribbean, while the French sought to protect their territories and influence. This battle demonstrated the complexities of naval warfare at the height of colonial competition, highlighting the strategic significance of the West Indies in the conflict. Though its immediate aftermath was limited, the clash revealed the influence of European powers in the war's broader context.
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