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Bremen


Battle Name : Bremen

Date(s) : 14 October 1813 - 15 October 1813

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Leipzig Campaign ,

Outcome : A victory for Allied Forces over French Garrison

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Allied force, which included Cossacks and Freikorps, took this important, fortified city port with few casualties. The 'French' [Swiss battalion with some Frenc detachments] were alloowed to go free.

Location

A city port on the river Weser about 37 miles from the river mouth. (Germany)

Casualty figures

French Garrison

Number engaged :
1,100

Casualties :
1,100 (100.00%)

Allied Forces

Number engaged :
1,600

Casualties :
n/a