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Battle of Hanau

1813 • Hessen Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Napoleon broke the Bavarian-Austrian blockade during his retreat to France.

Quick Facts

Outcome:French victory.

Grande Armée

  • Commander: Napoleon Bonaparte
  • Strength: ca. 30.000 (effektiv)
  • Casualties: ca. 4.000

Bavaria & Austria

  • Commander: Carl Philipp v. Wrede
  • Strength: ca. 43.000
  • Casualties: ca. 9.000

Strategic Context

Securing the retreat of French remnants across the Rhine.

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