BATTLE // July 27, 1778
Battle of Ushant
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Overview
The Battle of Ushant took place on 27 July 1778, and was fought during the American Revolutionary War between French and British fleets 100 miles (160 km) west of Ushant, an island at the mouth of the English Channel off the westernmost point of France.
Overview adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Forces & casualties
Casualties
- Royaume de France126–413medium
- Royaume de Grande-Bretagne407–789medium
Commanders (4)
France
Comte d'Orvillierslieutenant general of the Navy
Comte de Guichenlieutenant general
Great Britain
Augustus Keppeladmiral
Hugh Palliseradmiral
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