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Céret


Battle Name : Céret

Date(s) : 20 April 1793

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the First Coalition ,

Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [Spanish] over French Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The French force was caught on the south side of the river Tech. The French were outnumbered but made matters much worse by panicking. About 200 were drowned trying the cross the river.

Location

A small town in southwestern France about 5 miles from the Spanish border and 20 miles from the Mediterranean coast. (France)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
1,800

Casualties :
350 (19.44%)

Coalition Forces [Spanish]

Number engaged :
4,400

Casualties :
17 (0.39%)