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Cadiz


Battle Name : Cadiz

Date(s) : 01 June 1812

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

A Spanish attack upon the besiegers of Cadiz was repulsed with significant losses.

Location

An Atlantic coast port in southwestern Spain. (Spain)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
4,500

Casualties :
180 (4.00%)

Spanish Forces

Number engaged :
8,500

Casualties :
1,500 (17.65%)