Action of 29 September 1662

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The action of 29 September 1662 took place between Kos and Kalimnos, Greece, when a Venetian fleet attacked and defeated the regular Turkish cargo fleet and its escort which were on their way to Alexandria.

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Ships involved

Venice

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Ottomans

Tre Naranceri 40 - Burnt
Gran Duca - Captured
San Carlo/Filippoto - Captured
? (pink) - Captured
13 other ships
5 galleys
36 saiks[ check spelling ] - 28 sunk or captured

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