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Ostrach
Battle Name : Ostrach
Date(s) : 21 March 1799
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Second Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The French Army of the Rhine commanded by General Jourdan met stiffer opposition than their comrades in the Army of the Danube. Archduke Charles commanded experienced Austrian troops and the French advance was repulsed.
Location
A village in southwestern Germany about 14 miles north of the Bodensee and 10 miles southeast of Sigmaringen.
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 28,000
- Casualties :
- 4,000 (14.29%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 26,000
- Casualties :
- 2,250 (8.65%)
