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{{Infobox military conflict
| name = Naval Battle of Porto (1677)
| conflict = Naval Battle of Porto (1677)
| part of = [[Piracy in the Atlantic]]
| date = 1677
| place = Near [[Porto]]
| result = Portuguese victory
| combatant1 = {{flagicon|Kingdom of Portugal|1707}} [[Kingdom of Portugal|Portugal]]
| combatant2 = {{flagicon|Regency of Algiers}} [[Regency of Algiers|Algiers]]
| commander1 = {{flagicon|Kingdom of Portugal|1707}} Unknown
| commander2 = {{flagicon|Regency of Algiers}} Unknown
| strength1 = 1 [[frigate]]
| strength2 = 3 [[Pirate ships]]
| casualties1 = Unknown
| casualties2 = 1 [[Pirate ship]] sunk
2 [[ships]] damaged
}}
== Introduction ==
The Naval Battle of Porto in 1677 was a significant maritime engagement that occurred during a period of rampant piracy in the Atlantic Ocean. This incident saw the Portuguese frigate Santo Antônio de Lisboa, sailing from Porto, intercepted by three Barbary pirate ships. The ensuing battle lasted for six hours and resulted in the sinking of one pirate ship, forcing the others to retreat.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref>
== Background ==
The Santo Antônio de Lisboa, a frigate sailing from Porto, found itself targeted by Barbary pirates while navigating the Atlantic Ocean. This encounter exemplified the constant threat faced by maritime vessels during this period, as piracy was prevalent along major trade routes.
== The Battle ==
When intercepted by three pirate ships, the crew of the Santo Antônio de Lisboa engaged in a fierce battle lasting six hours. Despite facing overwhelming odds, the Portuguese frigate displayed remarkable resilience and determination. The crew fought valiantly, ultimately sinking one of the pirate ships and forcing the remaining vessels to retreat.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref>
== Aftermath ==
The victory of the Santo Antônio de Lisboa demonstrated the effectiveness of Portuguese naval defense against pirate attacks. While the specific details of casualties and damages are unknown, the successful outcome of the battle ensured the safety of the frigate and its crew, allowing them to continue their voyage without further incident.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref>
== Legacy ==
The Naval Battle of Porto in 1677 serves as a testament to the courage and skill of Portuguese sailors in combating piracy during the 17th century.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref> It highlights the importance of maritime security and the ongoing efforts to safeguard trade routes from pirate threats.
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{{Infobox military conflict
| name = Naval Battle of Porto (1677)
| conflict = Naval Battle of Porto (1677)
| part of = [[Piracy in the Atlantic]]
| date = 1677
| place = Near [[Porto]]
| result = Portuguese victory
| combatant1 = {{flagicon|Kingdom of Portugal|1707}} [[Kingdom of Portugal|Portugal]]
| combatant2 = {{flagicon|Regency of Algiers}} [[Regency of Algiers|Algiers]]
| commander1 = {{flagicon|Kingdom of Portugal|1707}} Unknown
| commander2 = {{flagicon|Regency of Algiers}} Unknown
| strength1 = 1 [[frigate]]
| strength2 = 3 [[Pirate ships]]
| casualties1 = Unknown
| casualties2 = 1 [[Pirate ship]] sunk
2 [[ships]] damaged
}}
== Introduction ==
The Naval Battle of Porto in 1677 was a significant maritime engagement that occurred during a period of rampant piracy in the Atlantic Ocean. This incident saw the Portuguese frigate Santo Antônio de Lisboa, sailing from Porto, intercepted by three Barbary pirate ships. The ensuing battle lasted for six hours and resulted in the sinking of one pirate ship, forcing the others to retreat.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref>
== Background ==
The Santo Antônio de Lisboa, a frigate sailing from Porto, found itself targeted by Barbary pirates while navigating the Atlantic Ocean. This encounter exemplified the constant threat faced by maritime vessels during this period, as piracy was prevalent along major trade routes.
== The Battle ==
When intercepted by three pirate ships, the crew of the Santo Antônio de Lisboa engaged in a fierce battle lasting six hours. Despite facing overwhelming odds, the Portuguese frigate displayed remarkable resilience and determination. The crew fought valiantly, ultimately sinking one of the pirate ships and forcing the remaining vessels to retreat.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref>
== Aftermath ==
The victory of the Santo Antônio de Lisboa demonstrated the effectiveness of Portuguese naval defense against pirate attacks. While the specific details of casualties and damages are unknown, the successful outcome of the battle ensured the safety of the frigate and its crew, allowing them to continue their voyage without further incident.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref>
== Legacy ==
The Naval Battle of Porto in 1677 serves as a testament to the courage and skill of Portuguese sailors in combating piracy during the 17th century.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Salgado |first=Augusto Alves |url=https://academia.marinha.pt/pt/edic...IAGENS E OPERAÇÕES NAVAIS 1668-1823_NET.pdf |title=Viagens e Operações Navais (1668-1823) |date=2022 |publisher=[[Academia de Marinha]] |location=Lisbon |pages=13 |language=pt}}</ref> It highlights the importance of maritime security and the ongoing efforts to safeguard trade routes from pirate threats.
Okumaya devam et...