16 May 1843 saw the conclusion of the Naval Battle of Campeche.
Wait, what? The Texans in sailing ships fought British Officers commanding Mexican steamships?
I don't know about you, but the phrase "Texas Navy" stirs my heart. Do you think they had Texas Marines?
Anyway, it was the "First and only time sail bested steam men-of-war!"
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