| has gloss | eng: The French invasion of the Isle of Wight occurred during the Italian Wars. France had a long history of attacking the Island, and the 1545 campaign proved to be the last time the French would attempt to take it. Although the French forces, led by Claude d'Annebault, greatly outnumbered that of the English, the battles fought (including the battles of the Solent and Bonchurch) ended without a clear winner. However, as the French were repelled, it could be considered an English victory. Though the operation was inconclusive, England suffered heavily, including the loss of the carrack Mary Rose in the Battle of the Solent. Details of the conflict have not been very well recorded, and some accounts claim that the French were defeated at each battle rather easily. |
