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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.
Location
A village in the mountains of northern Spain about 8 miles east of Bilbao. (Spain)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 21,324
- Casualties :
- 300 (1.41%)
Spanish Forces
- Number engaged :
- 18,247
- Casualties :
- 600 (3.29%)
