Battle of Martinique (1794)

The Battle of Martinique was a successful British invasion of the French colony of Martinique in the West Indies during the French Revolutionary Wars. They continued to occupy the island until 1802, when the Treaty of Amiens restored it to French control.

For other attacks on the island, see Battle of Martinique.

Battle of Martinique
Part of the War of the First Coalition

'The Capture of Fort Saint Louis, Martinique, 20 March 1794' painting by William Anderson
Date5 February – 24 March 1794
Location
Martinique
14°40′N 61°0′W
Result

British victory

  • Occupation of Martinique until 1802
Belligerents
 Great Britain French Republic
Commanders and leaders
John Jervis
Charles Grey		 Donatien-Marie-Joseph de Vimeur  
Strength
6,000 men
3 ships of the line
5 Frigates		 900 troops or militia
Location within Caribbean
Battle of Martinique (1794) (South America)
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