Action of 29 November 1811

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This battle took place on 29 November 1811 in the Adriatic Sea and was a British victory over the French.

The French ships were encountered south of Lissa. Persanne fled and was captured after a long chase. Pauline retreated after the approach of Kingfisher, leaving Pomone to be captured, which it was after losing 2 masts.

Ships involved:

[edit] United Kingdom

Active 38
Alceste 38
Unité 36

Kingfisher 18

[edit] France

Pauline 40
Pomone 40
Persanne 24 (merchantman) - Captured by Unité

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