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Tolentino
Battle Name : Tolentino
Date(s) : 03 May 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
The Austrian superior discipline, determination and generalship gave them a victory over the Neapolitan force which was more than three times their number. As Murat, King of Naples, retreated eastwards the Neapolitans began to drift away from the colours and go home.
Location
A town on the north bank of the river Chienti about 33 miles southwest of Ancona, Central Italy. (Italy)
Casualty figures
Neapolitan Forces
- Number engaged :
- 36,009
- Casualties :
- 4,100 (11.39%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 10,733
- Casualties :
- 810 (7.55%)
