Historical Events tagged with "san sebastián"
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Military & Warfare
British-Portuguese Troops Capture San Sebastián
September 8th, 1813 211 years ago
British and Portuguese forces stormed and captured the town of Donostia, known now as San Sebastián, during the final stages of the Peninsular War. The assault on the town resulted in significant chaos, including a rampage by the troops. This led to extensive destruction of buildings and property, enraging the local populace that had endured years of warfare. The troops aimed to secure a strategic foothold in the Basque region and eliminate French influence.
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