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Battle of Coutras

1587 • Nouvelle-Aquitaine Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

First major victory for Henry of Navarre in the field; heavy Catholic cavalry failed due to a lack of tactical discipline.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive Huguenot victory.

Huguenots (Navarre)

  • Commander: Heinrich von Navarra
  • Strength: ca. 6.500
  • Casualties: Gering

Catholic League

  • Commander: Herzog von Joyeuse †
  • Strength: ca. 7.000
  • Casualties: ca. 3.000

Strategic Context

Part of the "War of the Three Henrys" over the royal succession.

Conflict / War

French Wars of Religion

Catholic victory.

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