Capture of the frigate Kilduin (1788 AD)

Capture of the frigate Kilduin (Sweden vs Russian Empire & border|22px Imperial Russian Navy) took place in 1788 AD during Russo-Swedish War of 1788–1790.

Battle facts

• Year: 1788 AD
• Date: 1788-08-01
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Russo-Swedish War of 1788–1790
• Side A: Sweden
• Side B: Russian Empire, border|22px Imperial Russian Navy
• Commanders (A): Johan Petter Ternstedt
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Casualties: approx. +1 injured1 frigate lost 94 captured 128 cannons 16,000 cannonballs
• Outcome: Swedish victory
• Coordinates: 57.886°, 11.583°

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