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Limonest
Battle Name : Limonest
Date(s) : 16 March 1814 - 20 March 1814
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's defence of France ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Not one battle but a series of clashes. The Austrians kept after the French as they tried to withdraw. It was a case of another day, another village, another fight.
Location
A line of villages centred about 6 miles northwest of Lyon, France. (France)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 20,000
- Casualties :
- 2,000 (10.00%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 30,000
- Casualties :
- 1,700 (5.67%)
