Battle of Svensksund

Battle of Svensksund

At least two naval battles have been named Battle of Svensksund. Both are also known as Battle of Rochensalm from the Russian version of the ( _fi. Ruotsinsalmi).

* The First Battle of Svensksund / Rochensalm, August 24 (August 15 OS), 1789, was a victory for Russia.
* The Second Battle of Svensksund / Rochensalm, 9 July10 July (28 June OS), 1790, was a decisive victory for Sweden.


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