British forces abandon the siege of Cartagena
On May 20, 1741, British forces abandoned the siege of Cartagena.
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The Event
On May 20, 1741, British forces abandoned the siege of Cartagena.
The Wider Campaign
Spanish defenses and severe disease helped defeat the British expedition against the fortified Caribbean port.
The opening phase
The date anchors an opening move, not every action in the campaign. Routes, supply and terrain help explain why this particular position mattered.
Reading the Historical Record
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About the Historical Recreation
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