Mannheim
Battle Name : Mannheim
Date(s) : 18 October 1795
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the First Coalition ,
Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [ Austrians] over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The Austrians had more troops and a much greater proportion of cavalry. The French 108e Demi-Brigade were all but destroyed and Colonel Oudinot was captured. The Austrian also took a large amount of military materials having captured the French camp. The Austrians then laid siege to the city.
Location
A fortified city in western Germany.
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 12,000
- Casualties :
- 2,000 (16.67%)
Coalition Forces [ Austrians]
- Number engaged :
- 17,000
- Casualties :
- 709 (4.17%)