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Amantea
Battle Name : Amantea
Date(s) : 18 December 1806 - 06 February 1807
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Fourth Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Neapolitan Forces
Type of battle : Land, Seige
Summary
The garrison of this fortified port put up a stoic defence. On surrendering the 900 survivors were allowed to march out with honours of war. They were shipped to Sicily after agreeing not to fight against France for one year.
Location
A fortified port on the west coast of the toe of Italy about 14 miles southwest of Cosenza. (Italy)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 4,700
- Casualties :
- 500 (10.64%)
Neapolitan Forces
- Number engaged :
- 1,300
- Casualties :
- 1,300 (100.00%)
