Historical Events tagged with "tegetthoff"
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Austrian Victory at the Battle of Lissa
The Austrian Navy, commanded by Admiral Wilhelm von Tegetthoff, achieved a significant victory over the Italian Navy during the naval engagement near the island of Vis in the Adriatic Sea. This battle was marked by Tegetthoff's strategic use of ironclad ships, specifically the flagship SMS Erzherzog Ferdinand Max, which played a crucial role in the conflict. The battle shifted the balance of naval power in the region, showcasing Austrian naval capabilities against a joint Italian fleet that sought to exert control over the Adriatic Sea. The clash illustrated the evolving nature of naval warfare in the mid-19th century.
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