Battle of Gravelines (1558)

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The Battle of Gravelines was fought on July 13, 1558 at Gravelines, near Calais. It was a part of during the 1547–1559 war between France and Spain.

The battle resulted in a victory by the Spanish forces, led by Lamoral, Count of Egmont over the French under Marshal Paul des Thermes. The Spaniards were supported by the English navy.

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