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Modena
Battle Name : Modena
Date(s) : 04 April 1815
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Austro-Neapolitan Conflict ,
Outcome : A victory for Neapolitan Forces over Austrian Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The first action of this conflict. The Neapolitans, after attempting two other bridges, managed to cross the river at Castelfranco. Although precise figures are not available it is known that Neapolitan losses were higher than the Austrians. The Austrians gave up the town and fell back on Carpi.
Location
A city between the rivers Seschia and Panaro in northern Italy. (Italy)
Casualty figures
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 6,600
- Casualties :
- 461 (6.98%)
Neapolitan Forces
- Number engaged :
- 7,000
- Casualties :
- 409 (5.84%)
