Battle of Ushant (1778)

July 27, 1778 · Ouessant

Result Inconclusive

French and British fleets fought an indecisive battle west of Ushant, the first major naval clash after France entered the American war. The result led to courts-martial of British admirals Keppel and Palliser.

Kingdom of Great Britain

Kingdom of France

Strength and losses

Killed
407
Wounded
789
Ships
29
Killed
126
Wounded
413
Ships
30