Month: September 1781

On September 5, 1781, one of the most important battles in the history of the US was fought, without any North Americans.  The Battle of the Chesapeake Capes in Virginia was fought by the French Navy, aided by Spanish funds and logistical support. This naval victory prevented British naval reinforcements from reaching the British Army… Continue reading The Battle of the Chesapeake Capes 1781

Originally christened as “El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora La Reina de los Ángeles de Porciúncula”, the city of Los Angeles was founded by the Spanish governor Felipe de Neve and 44 Spanish settlers on September 4, 1781. Los Angeles became part of Mexico in 1821, and was later stolen by undocumented US invaders in the… Continue reading Founding of Los Angeles 1781