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Battle of Rain

1632 • Bayern Flussübergang

Historical Overview

Death of Count Tilly; the Swedes force the crossing into Bavaria.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Swedish victory.

Sweden & Saxony

  • Commander: Gustav II. Adolf
  • Strength: ca. 37.000
  • Casualties: ca. 2.000

Imperial & League

  • Commander: Johann T’Serclaes von Tilly †
  • Strength: ca. 22.000
  • Casualties: ca. 3.000

Strategic Context

Attempt to stop the Swedish advance to the south.

Conflict / War

Swedish War

Decisive Swedish victory.

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