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Turin
Battle Name : Turin
Date(s) : 11 June 1799 - 20 June 1799
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Second Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over Franco-Sardinian Garrison
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The French attempted to hold onto Turin but the strength of the besieging force with 126 siege guns was much too great. The Allies captured a great quantity of military materials including 40,000 muskets and 382 guns.
Location
A major city and route centre in northwestern Italy. Close to the Mont Cenis pass into France. (Italy)
Casualty figures
Franco-Sardinian Garrison
- Number engaged :
- 3,000
- Casualties :
- 3,000 (100.00%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 6,500
- Casualties :
- 70 (1.08%)
