Episode 3 of 3
Explosion and Destruction
- When
- 10 August 1512
- Where
- Near Brest, France
- Part of
- Battle of Saint-Mathieu
Marie-la-Cordelière exploded, destroying both it and the English flagship Regent during the battle.
As seamen from Marie-la-Cordelière rushed onto Regent's deck, the French ship suddenly exploded. This massive explosion destroyed both the Marie-la-Cordelière and the Regent, the principal ships of their respective navies, ending their direct confrontation.
Sources
- Battle of Saint-Mathieu Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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