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Battle of Coronel

1914 • Pazifik Seeschlacht

Historical Overview

First British naval defeat in 100 years.

Quick Facts

Outcome:German victory.

Imperial German Navy

  • Commander: Maximilian v. Spee
  • Strength: 5 Kreuzer
  • Casualties: 3 Verletzte

Royal Navy

  • Commander: Christopher Cradock †
  • Strength: 4 Kreuzer
  • Casualties: 1.600 Tote

Strategic Context

German East Asia Squadron destroys British squadron.

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