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Stockach


Battle Name : Stockach

Date(s) : 25 March 1799 - 26 March 1799

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Second Coalition ,

Outcome : A victory for French Forces [Army of the Rhine] over Austrian Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Austrians with superior numbers were defeated by the French commanded by Jourdan. The use of a detached Corps under Vandamme played a significant part in the French victory.

Location

A twon in southwestern Germany just northwest of the northern arm of the Bodensee.

Casualty figures

French Forces [Army of the Rhine]

Number engaged :
38,000

Casualties :
4,000 (10.53%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
46,000

Casualties :
5,800 (12.61%)