Military & Warfare

British Fleet Captures French Frigate Squadron

A frigate squadron led by Rear-admiral Jean-Baptiste Perrée was captured by the British fleet under Lord Keith in a significant naval engagement. The clash occurred as part of ongoing maritime conflicts between the British Royal Navy and the French Navy during the late 18th century. The British, seeking to maintain naval supremacy, intercepted the French vessels in a battle that showcased the tactical prowess of naval forces during this turbulent period of the French Revolutionary Wars.

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