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La Grisuelle
Battle Name : La Grisuelle
Date(s) : 11 June 1792
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the First Coalition ,
Outcome : An inconclusive engagement between French Forces and Austrian Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
An Austrian counter offensive in strength was met by a force half its number. The French commander, General Gouvion, was killed in action.
Location
A village in Northern France about four miles north of Maubeuge. (France)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 4,000
- Casualties :
- 530 (13.25%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 10,000
- Casualties :
- 77 (0.77%)
