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The French Fleet off Grenada, West Indies. The Battle of Grenada of 6 July 1779 was a
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The French Fleet off Grenada, West Indies. The Battle of Grenada of 6 July 1779 was a
The French Fleet off Grenada, West Indies. The Battle of Grenada of 6 July 1779 was a naval battle between the British and the French navies during the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). Date: 1779
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1770s 1779 Battles Conflict Grant Grenada Indies Revolutionary Sails Fleet
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This evocative print depicts the French Fleet off the coast of Grenada, West Indies, during the Battle of Grenada on 6 July 1779. The American Revolutionary War (1775-1783) raged on, and this significant naval engagement marked a critical moment in the conflict between the British and French navies. The French, under the command of Admiral de Grasse, had seized the strategic island of Grenada from the British the previous year, bolstering their control in the Caribbean. In response, Rear-Admiral James Grant led a British fleet to retake the island. The print captures the tense moment before the two forces clashed, with the French fleet anchored in St. George's Harbour and the British fleet poised offshore. The sails of the ships are filled with the wind, their masts towering against the clear blue sky, and the water is calm, reflecting the sun's rays. The Battle of Grenada was a hard-fought engagement, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The French eventually retreated, allowing the British to reclaim the island. The battle marked a turning point in the war, as it prevented the French from reinforcing their forces in North America and allowed the British to maintain control of the Caribbean. This print, by TERRY PARKER from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 18th century and the height of naval warfare. The intricate details of the ships, the vibrant colors, and the sense of movement and tension make it a captivating and historically significant piece.
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