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Invasion of Martinique (1762)
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For other British expeditions against Martinique, see Battle of Martinique.
The British expedition against Martinique was a military action that took place in January and February 1762. It was part of the Seven Years' War.
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British expedition against Martinique | |||||||
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Part of the Seven Years' War | |||||||
![]() The Capture of Martinique, 11 February 1762 by Dominic Serres | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
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Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Robert Monckton George Rodney | Francis V de Beauharnais | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
8,000 regulars and militia |
1,200 regulars 7,000 militia 4,000 hired privateers |
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