Invasion of Tobago

When

24 May 1781 – 2 Jun 1781

Kind

Military operation

Coordinates

11.19° N, 60.73° W

Description

1781 French invasion of the British-held island of Tobago

French invasion of the British-held island of Tobago in 1781

The French invaded the British-held island of Tobago in 1781 during the Anglo-French War. On 24 May 1781, the fleet of Comte de Grasse landed troops on the island under the command of General Marquis de Bouillé. By 2 June 1781, they had successfully gained control of the island.

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