Battle of Porto Bello (1739 AD)

Battle of Porto Bello (Great Britain vs Spain) took place in 1739 AD during War of Jenkins' Ear.

Battle facts

• Year: 1739 AD
• Date: 1739-11-22
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: War of Jenkins' Ear
• Side A: Great Britain
• Side B: Spain
• Commanders (A): Edward Vernon
• Commanders (B): Francisco de la Vega
• Casualties: approx. 3 killed 7 wounded260–300 captured 2 guarda costa vessels captured 1 snow captured 1 sloop sunk
• Outcome: British victory
• Coordinates: 9.554°, -79.655°

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