George ByngSeptember 1708
Byng supports the capture of Minorca, giving Britain a major Mediterranean base.
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Byng supports the capture of Minorca, giving Britain a major Mediterranean base.
Supports the capture of Minorca for the British war effort.
Leake supports the expedition that captures Minorca for the British war effort.
Commands land forces in the capture of Minorca.
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