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Wolgund


Battle Name : Wolgund

Date(s) : 07 August 1812

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Russian Campaign ,

Outcome : A victory for French Allies [Prussians] over Russian forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

Another minor engagement which went some way to restoring Prussian pride after their set back at Schlock.

Location

A small village 6 miles nearer Riga than Mitau. (Latvia)

Casualty figures

French Allies [Prussians]

Number engaged :
2,700

Casualties :
65 (2.41%)

Russian forces

Number engaged :
4,000

Casualties :
140 (3.50%)