The Battle of Fuenterola Quiz

What was the strategic significance of Cadiz during the Napoleonic Wars?

• It was the last city standing between Napoleon and his domination of Spain.

• It was the site of a major British victory.

• It was the capital of Spain.

• It was a major French naval base.

What was the composition of the British task force sent to Fuenterola?

• 1285 British regulars, 640 Spanish riflemen, and 516 multinational troops

• 1500 British regulars and 1000 Spanish riflemen

• 1000 British regulars and 1000 Portuguese allies

• 2000 British regulars and 500 French allies

What initial problem did the British face with their naval support?

• The Spanish ship was too damaged to join the expedition.

• The British ship was sunk by the French.

• The ships were caught in a storm.

• The naval commander refused to participate.

How did the Spanish rebels contribute to the British landing?

• They scouted ahead and ambushed some Polish troops.

• They provided significant reinforcements.

• They refused to participate in the battle.

• They sabotaged the British efforts.

What was Captain Mikoshivich's response to the British envoy offering terms of surrender?

• He surrendered immediately.

• He told the British to come and take it.

• He asked for reinforcements.

• He agreed to negotiate.

What unexpected advantage did the Polish defenders have during the naval bombardment?

• They had superior numbers.

• They received reinforcements from France.

• They had advanced weaponry.

• They had beginner's luck with their cannons.

What was the outcome of the Polish counterattack on the British cannons?

• The Polish were repelled.

• The British held their ground.

• The Polish captured the British cannons and used them against the British.

• The British destroyed their own cannons to prevent capture.

What mistake did Blaney make regarding the approaching reinforcements?

• He ordered a retreat too early.

• He attacked his own reinforcements.

• He mistook Polish troops for Spanish reinforcements.

• He ignored the reinforcements completely.

What was the result of the Battle of Fuenterola for the British?

• A strategic stalemate.

• A minor setback.

• A disastrous defeat.

• A decisive victory.

What honor did the Polish commanders receive after the battle?

• The Iron Cross.

• The Victoria Cross.

• The Legion of Honor from Napoleon.

• The Order of the Garter.