sentences:  During the island's years as a British dependency, the capital was moved from Ciutadella de Menorca to Mahon, which then served as residence for the governor, the most famous being General Richard Kane.During this period the natural harbour leading to the town and surrounding settlements were sometimes collectively known as ""Port Mahon"" "(see map left)".The island was lost to the French in 1756 following the naval Battle of Menorca and the final Siege of Fort St Philip, which took place several miles from the town.