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Turbigo


Battle Name : Turbigo

Date(s) : 31 May 1800

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , French War of the Second Coalition ,

Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Forces [Army of Reserve]

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Austrian's fighting at more than two to one disadvantage valiantly defended a canal which ran through the town. Murat's advance on Milan was held up for the whole day.

Location

A small town in northwestern Italy just east of the river Ticino between Milan and Novara. (Italy)

Casualty figures

French Forces [Army of Reserve]

Number engaged :
12,000

Casualties :
n/a

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
5,346

Casualties :
n/a