BattlefieldsBattle of Carrickfergus (1760)
modern

Battle of Carrickfergus (1760)

1760
northern_ireland
Era
modern
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
northern_ireland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
200
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
600
Outcome
French victory
The Battle

History & Significance

The Battle of Carrickfergus took place in February 1760 in Carrickfergus, County Antrim during the Seven Years' War. A force of 600 Frenchmen led by François Thurot landed near the town, overwhelmed its small garrison of 200 soldiers of the 62nd Regiment of Foot under Lieutenant-colonel John Jennings, and captured Carrickfergus Castle.

Suspected site. The exact location is uncertain.
Casualties & Losses

36-60 killed | 3-4 killed

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