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Capture of the East India Company Convoy
- When
- 31 May 1809
- Where
- Bay of Bengal
The French frigate Caroline attacked a British convoy in the Bay of Bengal, capturing two East Indiamen and their valuable cargo.
The convoy, carrying goods worth over £500,000, was attacked by the 40-gun frigate Caroline. The British ships, including Streatham and Europa, were defeated one by one due to inferior power and training. Only the smallest ship escaped. The action marked the start of a concerted French campaign against British shipping in the Indian Ocean.
Sources
- Action of 31 May 1809 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
- French frigate Caroline Wikipedia, revision of 2026-02-28
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