George Anson Anson, 1st1747
Anson defeats the French Admiral de la Jonquire & captures 7 French merchantmen, 4 ships of the line & 2 frigates. After victory at Cape Finisterre Anson is promoted to Vice Admiral & created Baron Anson of Soberton
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Anson defeats the French Admiral de la Jonquire & captures 7 French merchantmen, 4 ships of the line & 2 frigates. After victory at Cape Finisterre Anson is promoted to Vice Admiral & created Baron Anson of Soberton
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