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Venta del Pozo
Battle Name : Venta del Pozo
Date(s) : 23 October 1812
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,
Outcome : An inconclusive engagement between French Forces and Allied Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Considered by some observers to have been the hardest fought cavalry mêlée of the war. It is interesting to note that German troops fought on both sides in this conflict. The Light Infantry battalions of the Kings German Legion fought with particular distinction they were awarded the battle honour 'Venta del Pozo'.
Location
A village about 21 miles southwest of Burgos. (Spain)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 3,200
- Casualties :
- 200 (6.25%)
Allied Forces
- Number engaged :
- 2,800
- Casualties :
- 230 (8.21%)
