Action of 31 May 1809 (1809 AD)

Action of 31 May 1809 (France vs East India Company) took place in 1809 AD during Napoleonic Wars.

Battle facts

• Year: 1809 AD
• Date: 1809-05-31
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Napoleonic Wars
• Side A: France
• Side B: East India Company
• Commanders (A): Jean Féretier
• Commanders (B): John Dale
• Casualties: approx. 1 killed 4 wounded6 killed 4 wounded 2 merchant ships captured
• Outcome: French victory
• Coordinates: 9.250°, 90.500°

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