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Wartenburg
Battle Name : Wartenburg
Date(s) : 03 October 1813
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Leipzig Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Prussian Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
The first move of Blücher's new offensive required the forcing of the river Elbe crossing. This was achieved by General York who gained the title 'von Wartenburg' for this action. The French retired south and west towards Leipzig.
Location
A village on the western side of the Elbe about 7 miles southeast of Wittenberg. (Germany)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 14,000
- Casualties :
- 1,900 (13.57%)
Prussian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 16,000
- Casualties :
- 2,100 (13.13%)
