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Battle of Ratisbon

1809 • Bayern Belagerungskampf

Historical Overview

Marshal Lannes stormed the city walls; Napoleon was wounded in the foot.

Quick Facts

Outcome:French victory.

Grande Armée

  • Commander: Michel Ney / Lannes
  • Strength: ca. 25.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Archduchy of Austria

  • Commander: Erzh. Karl
  • Strength: ca. 12.000
  • Casualties: ca. 6.000

Strategic Context

Capturing the strategic Danube crossing to the north.

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