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Battle of Ravine-à-Couleuvres

1802 • Nord-Ouest Hinterhalt

Historical Overview

Louverture slowed the advance of elite French units in difficult terrain.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Draw (strategic retreat).

Haitian Rebels

  • Commander: Toussaint Louverture
  • Strength: ca. 3.000
  • Casualties: ca. 800

French Expeditionary Force

  • Commander: Rochambeau
  • Strength: ca. 4.000
  • Casualties: ca. 800

Strategic Context

French attempt to crush the core of the Haitian resistance.

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