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Battle of St. Quentin

1557 • Picardie Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

A massive Spanish victory in northern France, paving the way for the Peace of Cateau-Cambrésis.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive Spanish victory.

Kingdom of Spain

  • Commander: Emmanuel Philibert
  • Strength: ca. 50.000
  • Casualties: Gering

Kingdom of France

  • Commander: Anne de Montmorency
  • Strength: ca. 25.000
  • Casualties: ca. 10.000

Strategic Context

Habsburg attack on the French heartland to end the war.

Conflict / War

Italian Wars

Tactical draw; strategic French success (retreat achieved).

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