Battle of Fort Royal

BelligerentsGreat Britain FranceCommanders and leadersSamuel Hood François Joseph Paul de GrasseStrength 18 ships of the line 24 ships of the lineCasualties and losses 39 killed
162 wounded Reports vary

The Battle of Fort Royal was a naval battle fought off Fort Royal, Martinique in the West Indies during the Anglo-French War on 29 April 1781, between fleets of the British Royal Navy and the French Navy. After an engagement lasting four hours, the British squadron under Admiral Samuel Hood broke off and retreated. Admiral de Grasse offered a desultory chase before seeing the French convoys safe to port.