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Châtillon-sur-Sèvre


Battle Name : Châtillon-sur-Sèvre

Date(s) : 05 July 1793

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French Revolutionary War ,

Outcome : A victory for French Royalist Forces over French Republican Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Vendéen Royalists gained a significant victory over the Republican force as both sides had available the same number of troops.

Location

Town in central western France about 40 miles southeast of Nantes. (France)

Casualty figures

French Republican Forces

Number engaged :
20,000

Casualties :
5,000 (25.00%)

French Royalist Forces

Number engaged :
20,000

Casualties :
2,000 (10.00%)