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Battle of Valmy

1792 • Marne Artillerieduell

Historical Overview

Artillery duel that stopped the Prussian advance on Paris.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Strategic French victory.

French Republic

  • Commander: Dumouriez / Kellermann
  • Strength: ca. 47.000
  • Casualties: ca. 300

Kingdom of Prussia

  • Commander: Herzog v. Braunschweig
  • Strength: ca. 34.000
  • Casualties: ca. 180

Strategic Context

Prussian-Austrian invasion to restore the monarchy.

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