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Battle of Vitoria

1813 • Baskenland Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

The final blow against King Joseph Bonaparte; collapse of French rule.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive Allied victory.

Allied Army

  • Commander: Lord Wellington
  • Strength: ca. 78.000
  • Casualties: ca. 5.000

French (King Joseph)

  • Commander: Joseph Bonaparte / Jourdan
  • Strength: ca. 58.000
  • Casualties: ca. 8.000

Strategic Context

Final expulsion of the French across the Pyrenees.

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