4 August 1704Capture of GibraltarGeorge Hesse-Darmstadt
Prince George of Hesse-Darmstadt directs the landing forces and claims Gibraltar for Archduke Charles.
Historical records for Germany in 1704, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Prince George of Hesse-Darmstadt directs the landing forces and claims Gibraltar for Archduke Charles.
Victory helps keep Bavaria in the war. Marlborough & Eugene defeat the French-Bavarian-Prussian coalition. Helps prevent Vienna from being captured
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