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Astorga
Battle Name : Astorga
Date(s) : 21 March 1810 - 22 April 1810
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Spanish Forces
Type of battle : Land, Seige
Summary
The French brought up 18 pieces of heavy artillery. They attempted to storm the town on the 21st April but were repulsed with heavy losses. The Spanish commander, Col Santocildes, surrendered on the 22nd April.
Location
A fortified town about 30 miles west of Leon, northern Spain. (Spain)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 20,000
- Casualties :
- 560 (2.80%)
Spanish Forces
- Number engaged :
- 2,700
- Casualties :
- 27,000 (1,000.00%)
