In this episode of the U.S. Navy history podcast, hosts Dale and Christoph VXO delve into the lesser-known Caribbean theater of the American Revolutionary War. They discuss the political divisions within British island colonies, their economic dependencies, and how these factors influenced the conflict. They detail various naval battles and key events, such as the French invasion of Dominica, the expansions of the conflict to Central and South America, and the significant impact of French naval power on British forces. They further examine high-stakes operations like the raid on Nassau, the Battle of Barbados, and the Gulf Coast Campaign involving Spanish forces. The episode also features the story of Rear Admiral Rembrandt C. Robinson, a distinguished and decorated U.S. Navy officer.
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