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Aire-sur-l'Adour
Battle Name : Aire-sur-l'Adour
Date(s) : 02 March 1814
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,
Outcome : A victory for Anglo-Portugese Forces over French Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
French morale was very low, many of the best troops who had fought through Spain had been withdrawn to defend northern France. Portugese losses were heavier than they ought to have been due to the stupidity of their commander. A frontal assault was ordered against an intact brigade in a strong position. The French withdrew to the southeast.
Location
A village at an important crossing place of the river Adour in southwestern France. (France)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 8,000
- Casualties :
- 362 (4.53%)
Anglo-Portugese Forces
- Number engaged :
- 10,000
- Casualties :
- 261 (2.61%)
