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Mignano


Battle Name : Mignano

Date(s) : 17 May 1815

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Austro-Neapolitan Conflict ,

Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over Neapolitan Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Austrian raiding force [mainly Hussars and Jägers] launched a midnight raid on a numerically superior force. Most of the Neapolitans fled immediately but the Austrians were able to capture about 1,000 men and all the guns and baggage. After this 'battle' only Ancona remained to be subdued.

Location

A village on the river Volturno in the hills of central Italy. (Italy)

Casualty figures

Neapolitan Forces

Number engaged :
6,000

Casualties :
1,000 (16.67%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
2,200

Casualties :
0 (0.00%)