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Retiro
Battle Name : Retiro
Date(s) : 13 August 1812
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for British Forces over French Garrison
Type of battle : Land
Summary
This fortress was on the western side of Madrid and was meant to hold up the Allied entry to the city. It did not delay them at all as the commander surrendered and all his men were taken prisoner.
Location
A fortress on the western edge of the city of Madrid. (Spain)
Casualty figures
French Garrison
- Number engaged :
- 2,046
- Casualties :
- 2,046 (100.00%)
British Forces
- Number engaged :
- 600
- Casualties :
- 10 (1.67%)
