Siege of Madras (1758 AD)

Siege of Madras (East India Company vs 22px French East India Company) took place in 1758 AD during Seven Years' War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1758 AD
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Seven Years' War
• Side A: East India Company
• Side B: 22px French East India Company
• Commanders (A): William Draper, Muhammad Yusuf Khan (Mauthanayagam Pillai - Commander of Paraiyar Regiment), Major John Caillaud, Abdul Wahab, Nawab of the Carnatic
• Commanders (B): Comte de Lally, Marquis de Bussy-Castelnau
• Casualties: approx. Unknown1,200
• Outcome: British victory
• Coordinates: 13.090°, 80.270°

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