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Battle of Jemappes

1792 • Hennegau Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Victory of French revolutionary armies over Austria in Belgium.

Quick Facts

Outcome:French victory.

French Republic

  • Commander: Dumouriez
  • Strength: ca. 40.000
  • Casualties: ca. 2.000

Archduchy of Austria

  • Commander: Erzh. Karl
  • Strength: ca. 13.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.500

Strategic Context

French offensive to conquer the Austrian Netherlands.

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