Caldwell and Bowyer's forward division approached in line ahead at long range, leaving Defence without close support. Thomas Pakenham took Invincible forward and suffered heavy damage in the isolated attack on Juste. Barfleur entered the action after Bowyer had lost a leg. Later Invincible drove Juste onto Queen Charlotte's broadside. Fire from the two British ships trapped the French vessel between them and forced her surrender.
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Invincible closes while the forward centre hangs back
Invincible's close attack broke with the forward division's distant approach and later helped Queen Charlotte force Juste to surrender.