The Battle of Ushant (also called the First Battle of Ushant) took place on 27 July 1778, fought between French and British fleets 100 miles (160 km) west of Ushant, a French island at the mouth of the English Channel off the north-westernmost point of France. The battle, which was part of the American War of Independence, ended indecisively and led to political disputes in both countries.
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