Battle of Boca Teacapan (1870 AD)

Battle of Boca Teacapan (United States vs Mexican Pirates) took place in 1870 AD during sea piracy.

Battle facts

• Year: 1870 AD
• Date: 1870-06-17
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: sea piracy
• Side A: United States
• Side B: Mexican Pirates
• Commanders (A): 23px Willard H. Brownson, 23px Jonathan Wainwright
• Commanders (B): 23px Plácido Vega Daza
• Casualties: approx. 2 killed 8 wounded 3 armed boats damaged6–8 captured 1 steamer captured
• Outcome: American victory
• Coordinates: 22.546°, -105.758°

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