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Occhiobello
Battle Name : Occhiobello
Date(s) : 07 April 1815
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Austro-Neapolitan Conflict ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over Neapolitan Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Detailed figures are not available for this clash. The Neapolitans outnumbered the Austrians and King Joachim Murat was commanding them. This clash was an attempt to force the line of the river Po but it was unsuccessful. With many of his commanders and men deserting him and Britain declaring war on Austria's side against him Murat decided to withdraw southwards.
Location
A town on the northern bank of the river Po about 7 miles north of Ferrara in northern Italy. (Italy)
