Battle of Shimonoseki Straits (1863 AD)

Battle of Shimonoseki Straits took place in 1863 AD during Shimonoseki Campaign.

Battle facts

• Year: 1863 AD
• Date: 1863-07-16
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Shimonoseki Campaign
• Commanders (A): David McDougal
• Commanders (B): Mōri Takachika
• Casualties: approx. 1 screw sloop damaged 4 killed 7 wounded1 brig sunk 1 steamer sunk 1 barque damaged 40 killed 4 shore batteries damaged
• Outcome: American tactical victory and withdrawal
• Coordinates: 33.947°, 130.947°

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