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Berry-au-Bac
Battle Name : Berry-au-Bac
Date(s) : 14 March 1814
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's defence of France ,
Outcome : A victory for Prussian Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
A clash between Merlin's 1st Light Cavalry Division and Prussian Hussars. Although outnumbered by over two to one the Prussians captured 238 French troopers. The French killed and wounded are not recorded.
Location
A village on the river Aisne between Reims and Soissons. (France)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 1,600
- Casualties :
- 238 (14.88%)
Prussian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 650
- Casualties :
- 23 (3.54%)
