American War of Independence (Caribbean theater)
1778 – 1782
From the first clashes in 1778 to the final fighting in 1782, find the full chronology of this conflict below, with the forces engaged, commanders and consequences for France in each battle.
Era : Classical Era
- 1778 Battle of Saint Lucia Defeat
The Battle of Saint Lucia is a French defeat in an attempt to retake the island from the British, consolidating British domination in the Caribbean at this period.
- 1779 Battle of Grenada Victory
The naval Battle of Grenada is a French victory that allows d'Estaing to maintain control of the Caribbean and support French and American operations against the British.
- 1779 Battle of Saint Kitts Victory
The Battle of Saint Kitts is a French victory that consolidates French mastery of this strategic island and weakens the British fleet in the Caribbean.
- 1780 Battle of Dominica Victory
The naval Battle of Dominica is a French victory that inflicts heavy losses on the British fleet, strengthening the French position in the Caribbean.
- 1780 Battle of Saint Vincent Victory
The Battle of Saint Vincent is a French victory in the Caribbean, where Guichen's fleet repulses the British fleet, consolidating French domination in the region.
- 1782 Battle of the Saintes Defeat
The Battle of the Saintes is a major defeat for the French fleet, which suffers a heavy naval reverse against the Royal Navy, compromising French domination in the Caribbean.
- 1782 Battle of Saint Kitts Defeat
The Battle of Saint Kitts is a French tactical defeat in which the British fleet manages to repulse the French assault, despite French numerical superiority.