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Würzburg
Battle Name : Würzburg
Date(s) : 03 September 1796
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the First Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [ Austrian ] over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The total forces available to both sides were about equal but only part of each force was engaged. Determined attacks by the Austrians and the rapid follow up of any advantage gained turned the French right flank. Continued pressure during the French withdrawal forced Jourdan away from other French forces he could have combined with.
Location
A fortified town on the right bank of the river Main in Bavaria, Germany
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 30,000
- Casualties :
- 3,000 (10.00%)
Coalition Forces [ Austrian ]
- Number engaged :
- 17,000
- Casualties :
- 1,500 (8.82%)
