Translate this Page
Pizzighettone
Battle Name : Pizzighettone
Date(s) : 09 May 1799 - 11 May 1799
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Second Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Garrison
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The Austrians laid siege to the French position. The French commander surrendered after one full day of siege. There were no casualties on either side but the French were made prisoners of war.
Location
A village in northern Italy on the river Adda about 12 miles west of Cremona. (Italy)
Casualty figures
French Garrison
- Number engaged :
- 1,500
- Casualties :
- 1,500 (100.00%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 3,000
- Casualties :
- 0 (0.00%)
