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Nantua
Battle Name : Nantua
Date(s) : 06 July 1815
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Hundred days ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The Austrians were moving deeper into France through the Jura mountains. They out-numbered their French opponents and forced them to withdraw.
Location
A town in the Jura mountain region of France about 28 miles west of Geneva. (France)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 3,100
- Casualties :
- 406 (13.10%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 4,000
- Casualties :
- 150 (3.75%)
