Port Royal (Battle)

The Battle of Port Royal was a significant naval engagement during the Anglo-Spanish War in 1651, near the port of Port Royal in Jamaica. The English fleet, commanded by Admiral William Penn, aimed to seize control of the Spanish-held fortress and its valuable Caribbean trade. The English fleet successfully attacked and captured Port Royal after a fierce sea battle, marking a turning point that strengthened English influence in the Caribbean. The victory disrupted Spanish dominance in the region, opening the area for more English expansion and trade.