Why US naval 'victory' off British coast is celebrated 246 years on

A historic naval battle from 1779 off the East Yorkshire coast, known as the Battle of Flamborough Head, is being commemorated with a refurbished monument on its 246th anniversary. The battle, which saw American captain John Paul Jones capture the British HMS Serapis while commanding the USS Bonhomme Richard, is considered a pivotal moment in US Navy history despite mixed outcomes for both sides. The refurbished toposcope will provide visitors with information about this significant engagement during the American War of Independence, which boosted American morale despite not achieving all military objectives.