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1739 in England

Explore 3 historical events and records for England in 1739.

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Historical records for England in 1739

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November

22 November 1739

Battle of Portobello

Vernon, Edward · Portobello · Admiral of the White · Warfare / Jenkins Ear

Seizes the Spanish stronghold of Portobello, Panama

22 November 1739

Capture of Portobello

Vernon, Edward · Portobello · Admiral of the White · Warfare / Jenkins Ear

Captures Portobello from the Spanish with just 6 ships

Other events (month unknown)

1739

Admiral

Vernon, Edward · Portobelo · Admiral · Warfare / War of Jenkins Ear

British forces capture Portobelo during the War of Jenkins Ear

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