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Courtray
Battle Name : Courtray
Date(s) : 31 March 1814
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's defence of France ,
Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Saxons Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Not only were there more French troops they were of high quality. They easily disposed of their opponents 1,213 of whom were captured.
Location
A small town on the river Leie between Bruges and Lille, Belgium. (Belgium)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 9,500
- Casualties :
- 824 (8.67%)
Saxons Forces
- Number engaged :
- 3,800
- Casualties :
- 1,908 (50.21%)
