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Battle of Rocroi

1643 • Ardennen Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

France breaks the military supremacy of the Spanish Tercios.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive French victory.

Kingdom of France

  • Commander: Duc d'Enghien
  • Strength: ca. 23.000
  • Casualties: ca. 4.000

Kingdom of Spain

  • Commander: Francisco de Melo
  • Strength: ca. 27.000
  • Casualties: ca. 15.000

Strategic Context

French relief against Spanish attacks.

Conflict / War

Swedish-French War

Decisive Swedish victory.

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