Raid on Santiago de Cuba (1603)

Capture of Santiago de Cuba
Part of the Anglo–Spanish War

Map of the Bay of Santiago de Cuba
Date12 May 1603
Location
Santiago de Cuba (Present-day Cuba)
Result English victory[1]
Belligerents
 Spain England England
Commanders and leaders
Pedro de Valdés Christopher Cleeve
Strength
Militia & fortification 2 ships
200[2]
Casualties and losses
4 vessels burned Unknown

The Capture of Santiago de Cuba was a minor military event that took place towards the end of the Anglo–Spanish War in May 1603. Santiago de Cuba was attacked and sacked by English privateers led by Christopher Cleeve.[3]

  1. ^ Bradley p 131
  2. ^ Marely pg 77-78
  3. ^ Andrews pp 253-54