All Battles

Battle of Austerlitz

1805 • Mähren Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

The "Battle of the Three Emperors"; Napoleon's tactical masterpiece.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive French victory.

Grande Armée

  • Commander: Napoleon Bonaparte
  • Strength: ca. 73.000
  • Casualties: ca. 8.000

Russia & Austria

  • Commander: Zar Alexander / Kutusow
  • Strength: ca. 85.000
  • Casualties: ca. 27.000

Strategic Context

Deciding the war by baiting and smashing the Allies.

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