BattlefieldsBattle of Montes Claros
Jacobite Risings

Battle of Montes Claros

1665
England
Era
Jacobite Risings
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Spain: 22,600
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Portugal ; England: 22,000
Outcome
Anglo-Portuguese victory
The Battle

History & Significance

The Battle of Montes Claros was fought on 17 June 1665, near Borba, between Spanish and a combined Anglo-Portuguese force as the last major battle in the Portuguese Restoration War. The battle resulted in a decisive Portuguese victory and is considered one of the most important battles in the country's history.

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

Portugal ; England: 700 killed ; 2,000 wounded | Spain: 4,000 killed ; 4,000 wounded ; 6,000 captured

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