Lot Nr. 15 Engraving
"Battle of Cartagena (1758)", engraving, end of 18th century, beginning of 19th century, watercolor, Ink, hand colored, 30 x 42 cm
Hammer Price: 80 €
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2023-03-19 21:10
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| 1. | 0750 | 2023-03-19 20:26:49 | 80 € |
The Battle of Cartagena took place on 28 February 1758 off the Spanish port of Cartagena during the Seven Years' War. A British fleet under Henry Osborn, which had blockaded a French fleet in Cartagena, attacked and defeated a French force under Michel-Ange Duquesne de Menneville coming to their assistance.