Battle of Sadras

February 17, 1782 · Bay of Bengal

Result Inconclusive

The French squadron of the Bailli de Suffren fought the British fleet of Sir Edward Hughes off the coast of southern India. The battle was indecisive, and it was the first of five clashes between the two admirals.

British

French

Strength and losses

Strength
5,000
Casualties
110
Ships
9
Guns
586
Strength
6,000
Casualties
120
Ships
11
Guns
836