Battle of Belvedere estate

Battle of Belvedere estate
Part of Fédon's rebellion

A photo of Belvedere estate and the surroundings from Herman G. Hall’s book on the estate
Date8th April 1795
Location
Belvedere Estate, Saint John Parish, Grenada
Result Revolutionary victory, Execution of Governor Ninian Home
Belligerents
Fédon’s revolutionaries British coloured militia of Grenada
Commanders and leaders
Julien Fédon Louis Cazot La Grenade
Strength
Unknown 200 Militia soldiers
The battle might have nearly been a success for the British, which is probably the reason why he swiftly executed the hostages, who he had been putting off executing.

The Battle of Belvedere estate was a skirmish that took place between the 6th and 8th April 1795 (Dates vary) the rebel camp of Julien Fedon during the Fédon revolt (1795–1796).

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