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Slonim
Battle Name : Slonim
Date(s) : 20 October 1812
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Russian Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Russian Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Four squadrons of Lancers of the Imperial Guard were caught by a mixed Russian force of Hussars and Cossacks. The French regiment was destroyed.
Location
A town in Belarus about 56 miles east of the Polish border. (Belarus)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 600
- Casualties :
- 480 (80.00%)
Russian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 900
- Casualties :
- n/a
