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Castalla
Battle Name : Castalla
Date(s) : 13 April 1813
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Allied Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Murray had fallen back before the French and, while his rearguard delayed the enemy, prepared positions at Castalla. In a classic French column versus British line the French lost over 350 men in 5 minutes. The French defeat could have been far worse but Murray chose caution and continued his withdrawal to the ships rather than a pursuit.
Location
A town in southeastern Spain about 19 miles northwest of Alicante. (Spain)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 9,600
- Casualties :
- 1,300 (13.54%)
Allied Forces
- Number engaged :
- 18,200
- Casualties :
- 400 (2.20%)
