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Battle of Cassano

1799 • Lombardei Flussübergang

Historical Overview

Suvorov breaks the French position on the Adda.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Coalition victory.

Russia & Austria

  • Commander: Suworow
  • Strength: ca. 28.000
  • Casualties: ca. 2.000

French Republic

  • Commander: Moreau
  • Strength: ca. 24.000
  • Casualties: ca. 5.000

Strategic Context

Russian-Austrian offensive to recapture Italy.

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