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Battle of Fleurus

1794 • Hennegau Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

French victory using a reconnaissance balloon.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive French victory.

French Republic

  • Commander: Jourdan
  • Strength: ca. 75.000
  • Casualties: ca. 5.000

Archduchy of Austria

  • Commander: Coburg
  • Strength: ca. 52.000
  • Casualties: ca. 5.000

Strategic Context

Struggle for final supremacy in Belgium.

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