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Wattignies
Battle Name : Wattignies
Date(s) : 15 October 1793 - 16 October 1793
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the First Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Coalition Forces [Austrian]
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The French outnumbered the Austrians by two to one and inspite of their heavier losses they won the day. The Austrians withdrew from their advanced position.
Location
A village in northern France 6 miles southeast of Mauberge. (France)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 60,000
- Casualties :
- 5,000 (8.33%)
Coalition Forces [Austrian]
- Number engaged :
- 30,000
- Casualties :
- 3,000 (10.00%)
