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Engen and Stockach
Battle Name : Engen and Stockach
Date(s) : 03 May 1800
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Second Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for French Forces [Army of the Rhine] over Austrian Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The advance of the Army of the Rhine through southern Germany/Switzerland towards Austria was met by the Austrians in almost equal strength [8 to 7 in favour of the French]. The battle resulted in a significant defeat for the Austrians under Baron von Kray.
Location
Two villages in southwestern Germany just at the most northern tip of the Bodensee [Lake Constance]. (Germany)
Casualty figures
French Forces [Army of the Rhine]
- Number engaged :
- 84,000
- Casualties :
- 3,000 (3.57%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 72,000
- Casualties :
- 4,115 (5.72%)
