Battle of Vimeiro

The Battle of Vimeiro, fought in August 1808 during the Peninsular War, was a confrontation between British forces led by Sir Arthur Wellesley and the French army. The British, with good strategy and coordination, repelled the larger French force and secured a victory. This battle was significant because it halted French advances into Portugal, boosting Allied morale and paving the way for further victories. Despite French initial strength, the disciplined British troops' effective tactics and terrain advantage played a key role in their success.