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Fermo


Battle Name : Fermo

Date(s) : 25 November 1798

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

Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Neapolitan Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The inexperienced Neapolitans simply disintegrated against the battle hardened French troops. Many of the Neapolitans were captured along with all of their artillery the remainder went home.

Location

A village in central eastern Italy about 35 miles south of Ancona and 8 miles inland.

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
8,000

Casualties :
0 (0.00%)

Neapolitan Forces

Number engaged :
10,000

Casualties :
0 (0.00%)