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Grandreng
Battle Name : Grandreng
Date(s) : 13 May 1794
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the First Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
In spite of their overwhelming numbers this attempt by the French to establish a foothold north of the river Sambre failed.
Location
A Belgian village on the Franco-Belgian border about 16 miles southwest of Charlroi. (Belgium)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 33,000
- Casualties :
- 4,000 (12.12%)
Coalition Forces
- Number engaged :
- 7,200
- Casualties :
- 2,800 (38.89%)
