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Battle of Matamoros

3 Apr 1836 · 25.88° N, 97.50° W

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When
3 Apr 1836
Kind
Battle
Coordinates
25.88° N, 97.50° W
Description
1836 naval engagement of the Texas Revolution
Naval
yes

Action of April 3, 1836

The battle of Matamoros was a naval engagement during the Texas Revolution on April 3, 1836, between the brig Montezuma of the Mexican Navy and the schooner Invincible of the Texas Navy. The Mexican ship was outmaneuvered and repeatedly hit before running aground and being abandoned.

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