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Rodney's tactics changed naval engagement in which war?

  • The Napoleonic Wars

  • The War of Spanish Succession

  • The American War of Independence

  • The Seven Years' War

Answer

In the American War of Independence, the tactics employed by Admiral Rodney revolutionized naval warfare. These tactics focused on breaking the enemy's line of battle, allowing British ships to exploit their superior firepower and achieve decisive victories. The Battle of the Saintes, in 1782, exemplified the success of Rodney's tactics, resulting in the loss of seven French ships.
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