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Eckau 2
Battle Name : Eckau 2
Date(s) : 27 September 1812
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Russian Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Russian forces over French Allies [Prussians]
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The Russians, advancing with 30,000 troops in the vicinity, made such a cautious approach that the majority of the Prussians were able to get away.
Location
A village in Latvia about 25 miles south of Riga. (Latvia)
Casualty figures
French Allies [Prussians]
- Number engaged :
- 850
- Casualties :
- 203 (23.88%)
Russian forces
- Number engaged :
- 3,000
- Casualties :
- n/a
