Battle of La Hogue 1692

[john sefton]

La HOGUE 24th May 1692. This was actually the successful concluding engagement of the Battle of Barfleur (19-24th of May 1692) fought in the Bay of La Hougue. On the night of the 23rd/24th Vice Admiral George Rooks sent in boats and fireships and burnt six French ships. In places the English and Dutch boats were working in such shallow water that the French Cavalry were able to ride right down among them. Some troopers being unhorsed by boathooks wielded by the sailors. The next morning the boats were sent in again and the remaining French warships together with the transports and storeships were all destroyed by fire - Alderney 1992. 23p. 50p. SG A52. SG A55. Jersey 1974 25p SG 118 (LB22/182-3)