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When did the British army under Eyre Coote defeat Haider Ali at Porto Novo and save Madras?

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July 1781

Eyre Coote's Victory at Porto Novo

The battle of Porto Novo was a significant engagement during the Second Anglo-Mysore War.

Key Event: British army led by Sir Eyre Coote defeated the forces of Haider Ali.

Significance: This victory was crucial in preventing the fall of Madras to Haider Ali's army.

Event Timeline

The decisive battle occurred in:

  1. July 1771
  2. July 1781
  3. July 1780
  4. July 1761

Conclusion: Sir Eyre Coote's victory over Haider Ali at Porto Novo, which secured Madras, took place in July 1781.

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