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Zornoza

Battle Name : Zornoza

Date(s) : 30 October 1808

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,

Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Spanish Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

General Blake lost the advantage the Spaniards initially had by dithering about. He then handled the battle very badly assuming defeat he sent his artillery away to the 'safety' of the rear. The French broke his centre and he immediately withdrew westwards.