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Thomas Hopsonn Biography and Timeline

Follow Thomas Hopsonn through 2 dated historical records for England.

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Thomas Hopsonn, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records

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1702–1702Years on this page

1702

12 October 1702

Breaking the Vigo Boom

Admiral · Vigo Bay · Warfare / War of the Spanish Succession

Hopsonn's ship Torbay breaks the defensive boom protecting the inner harbour.

Role range: 1701-1714 – 1702-1702

23 October 1702

Battle of Vigo Bay

Admiral · Admiral · Vigo Bay · Warfare / War of the Spanish Succession

Helps force the boom during the Allied attack at Vigo Bay.

Role range: 1701-1714 – 1702-1702

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