Battle of Negapatam (1782)

July 6, 1782 · Bay of Bengal

Result Inconclusive

A British squadron under Edward Hughes fought a French squadron under the Bailli de Suffren off the coast of southern India. The battle was indecisive, and both fleets withdrew for repairs.

British

French

Strength and losses

Strength
6,000
Casualties
350
Killed
77
Wounded
233
Ships
12
Guns
780
Strength
6,000
Casualties
1,100
Killed
178
Wounded
601
Ships
12
Guns
770