Battle of Oudenaarde

1708 • Flandern Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

An Allied victory characterized primarily by the destruction of French morale and coordination.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Allied victory.

Grand Alliance

Commander: Marlborough / Prinz Eugen
Strength: ca. 80.000
Casualties: ca. 3.000

Kingdom of France

Commander: Burgund / Vendôme
Strength: ca. 85.000
Casualties: ca. 15.000

Strategic Context

Renewed French offensive in Flanders.

Conflict / War

Span. Succession War

Decisive Allied victory.

Historical Locations

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