The First Battle of Cape Finisterre by Samuel ScottThe painting depicts the First Battle of Cap
The First Battle of Cape Finisterre by Samuel ScottThe painting depicts the First Battle of Cape Finisterre in 1747 between the British and French during the War of Austrian Succession. It was a decisive victory for the British. They captured 4 ships and inflicted a terrible loss on the French navy -- source link
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