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The Battle of Dover (Battle of Sandwich), 24 August 1217
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The Battle of Dover (Battle of Sandwich), 24 August 1217
The Battle of Dover (Battle of Sandwich), 24 August 1217, part of the First Barons War (1215-1217). An English fleet led by Hubert de Burgh attacked a French armada, forcing them to return to Calais. Date: 1217
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"The Battle of Dover, also known as the Battle of Sandwich, took place on 24 August 1217 during the First Barons War (1215-1217) in the English Channel. This significant naval engagement saw an English fleet, led by Hubert de Burgh, the Justiciar of England, confront a much larger French armada under the command of the French admiral, Eustace the Monk. The English fleet, consisting of around 100 ships, was determined to protect England from further French invasions following the failed invasion attempt at Sandwich earlier that year. The English sailors, braving the rough waves and strong winds, rowed their oars with great determination and skill, as depicted in this evocative image. Hubert de Burgh, a skilled military leader, devised a clever tactic to outmaneuver the French fleet. He ordered his ships to sail in a circular formation, making it difficult for the larger French vessels to penetrate the English defenses. The English sailors then rained arrows and other projectiles onto the French ships, causing significant damage and chaos. The French fleet, taken aback by the English tenacity and tactics, were forced to retreat back to Calais. The victory at the Battle of Dover was a morale-boosting moment for the English people, who had been facing years of conflict and uncertainty. Hubert de Burgh's leadership and the bravery of the English sailors ensured that England remained free from foreign invasion during this turbulent period in its history." This powerful image captures the intensity and determination of the English sailors during the Battle of Dover in 1217. The rough waves and oars in motion convey the sense of action and struggle, while the ships in the background hint at the larger battle unfolding beyond the frame. The historical significance of this event is brought to life through the vivid details and evocative composition.
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