in february 1797 the british defeated Conquering a spanish fleet near cape st. vincent but failed Earnings_and_losses to strike Attack a solid blow against the spanish navy in the uneven struggle .

Despite the uneven nature of the combat , `` Bellone '' unexpectedly resisted Defending the British attack Attack for another hour and 45 minutes , causing Causation more damage Damaging to `` Powerful '' than she received Receiving herself .