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Battle of Mohilev

1812 • Mogiljow Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Davout prevented the junction of the two main Russian armies.

Quick Facts

Outcome:French victory.

Grande Armée

  • Commander: Louis Davout
  • Strength: ca. 22.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Tsardom of Russia

  • Commander: Pjotr Bagration
  • Strength: ca. 45.000
  • Casualties: ca. 2.500

Strategic Context

Napoleon's attempt to destroy the Russian armies separately.

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