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Caldiero


Battle Name : Caldiero

Date(s) : 15 November 1813

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

Outcome : A victory for Franco-Italian Forces over Austrian Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

After a number of defeats and a significant withdrawal Prince Eugène finally gained a victory over the Austrians. In this encounter he outnumbered them by two to one.

Location

A village about 10 miles east of Verona in central northern Italy. (Italy)

Casualty figures

Franco-Italian Forces

Number engaged :
16,000

Casualties :
500 (3.13%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
8,000

Casualties :
1,400 (17.50%)