GLORIOUS FIRST OF JUNE The French fleet is defeated by Howe off Ushant Date

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GLORIOUS FIRST OF JUNE The French fleet is defeated by Howe off Ushant Date

GLORIOUS FIRST OF JUNE The French fleet is defeated by Howe off Ushant Date: 1 June 1794

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1794 Defeated Howe Mayer Revolutionary Ushant Wars Fleet

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1 July 1794: Glorious First of June - The French Fleet's Defeat off Ushant The "Glorious First of June" is a significant event in the Anglo-French Wars, marking a decisive victory for the British Royal Navy under Admiral Lord Howe against the French fleet off the coast of Ushant, a small island located in the English Channel. This pivotal naval battle took place on 1 June 1794 during the French Revolutionary Wars. In the early 1790s, France, under the revolutionary government, had been expanding its naval power, posing a serious threat to British trade and maritime supremacy. In response, the British Admiralty dispatched a strong fleet under the command of Admiral Lord Howe to confront the French. On the morning of 1 June 1794, the British fleet, numbering around 28 ships, encountered the French fleet, consisting of 33 ships, under the command of Admiral Villaret de Joyeuse. The battle raged for over seven hours, with both sides engaging in fierce combat. The French fleet, initially holding a slight advantage due to their numerical superiority, was eventually outmaneuvered and outfought by the more experienced and better-trained British forces. The "Glorious First of June" was a turning point in the Anglo-French Wars, as it prevented the French from invading England and allowed the British to maintain their control over the English Channel. The victory also boosted morale in Britain and demonstrated the superiority of the Royal Navy. This historic print captures the essence of the "Glorious First of June" battle, with the British fleet in the foreground, boldly engaging the French fleet in the background. The image serves as a testament to the bravery and skill of the sailors and officers involved in this pivotal naval encounter.

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