The Battle of Flores was a significant naval engagement that took place on July 4, 1565, during the Spanish colonization of the Philippines. It involved a confrontation between the forces of the Spanish Empire, led by Miguel López de Legazpi, and the Moro pirates from the southern Philippines. The battle aimed to secure Spanish control over the region and protect trade routes. The battle occurred near the island of Flores, part of the Luzon archipelago. The Spanish fleet successfully defeated the Moro forces, which helped establish Spanish dominance in the area. This victory was crucial for the expansion of Spanish influence in the Philippines and the broader Southeast Asian region.