Source: Spanish Roots of America (ID74)
Author: Arias, David (ID23)
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1742-01-01 - 1742-12-31
Montiano captured St. Simon Island
Montiano’s Bio, by David Arias
In 1742 (age 57), Montiano counterattacked against Oglethorpe and captured St. Simon Island. He then sent two regiments to scout the region and attack Fort Fredericka. However, due to the marshy ground, they were taken by surprise and 200 Spanish soldiers died in the Bloody Marsh Battle.
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