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Jelsane
Battle Name : Jelsane
Date(s) : 14 September 1813
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Leipzig Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Franco-Italian Forces over Austrian Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The French intention was to destroy an annoying small Austrian force. The Austrian commander, General Nugent, made such skilful use of the ground that he was able to hold up his opponent until he was able to slip away after dark. [French sources put the Austrian losses at 500]
Location
A hamlet in Croatia about 11 miles north of Rijeka [Fiume]. (Croatia)
Casualty figures
Franco-Italian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 9,000
- Casualties :
- 420 (4.67%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 2,000
- Casualties :
- 112 (5.60%)
