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Usagre
Battle Name : Usagre
Date(s) : 25 May 1811
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for British Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The location was a bridge over a deep stream. The British lay hidden behind a crest until half the French force, part of Soult's Army of the South, had crossed to their side of the river. Then they charged. Two French regiments 4e and 20e were practically destroyed.
Location
A village in western Spain about 65 miles southeast of Badajoz. (Spain)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 920
- Casualties :
- 328 (35.65%)
British Forces
- Number engaged :
- 1,000
- Casualties :
- 20 (2.00%)
