Historical Events
Victory in Battle
Battle of Vimeiro: British and Portuguese forces led by General Arthur Wellesley defeat French force under Major-General Jean-Andoche Junot near the village of Vimeiro, Portugal, the first Anglo-Portuguese victory of the Peninsular War.
Arthur Wellesley
1808 Highlights
About August 21, 1808
Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 212 years, 5 months and 7 days
Leap Year: Yes
Star Sign: Leo
