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St Hermagor
Battle Name : St Hermagor
Date(s) : 18 September 1813
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Leipzig Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over Franco-Italian Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
A meeting of almost equal forces. The French began to withdraw in good order but were then taken in the flank. Panic ensued and they threw down their arms and fled. The Austrians collected 800 muskets and 3 colours.
Location
A village in the valley of the river Gail just north of the Italian border. (Austria)
Casualty figures
Franco-Italian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 2,600
- Casualties :
- 442 (17.00%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 2,700
- Casualties :
- n/a
