Defence of Cartagena de IndiasMarch 1741
Blas de Lezo organized the naval and fortress defence against Vernon’s much larger expedition.
Historical person
Blas de Lezo Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Blas de Lezo, based on 3 World History Database records associated with Spain.
3 records1741–17413 events1 places
Chronological biography
1741
Wounding of Blas de LezoApril 1741
De Lezo suffered further wounds during the defence and died later in the year after the British withdrawal.
Fort San Lazaro20 April 1741
De Lezo reinforced the Spanish defence that defeated the British assault on Fort San Lazaro.
Titles and roles
Admiral · Commander of Spanish Navy
Record provenance
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