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Alsheim


Battle Name : Alsheim

Date(s) : 30 March 1793

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

Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [Prussian-Hessian] over French Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

While manoeuvring after their defeat at Weiler the French fell into an ambush. Their demoralized troops were easily broken.

Location

A village in western Germany [Prussia] about 9 miles north of the town of Worms. (Germany)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
4,600

Casualties :
1,294 (28.13%)

Coalition Forces [Prussian-Hessian]

Number engaged :
4,000

Casualties :
0 (0.00%)