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Cuneo


Battle Name : Cuneo

Date(s) : 16 November 1799 - 03 December 1799

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

Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Garrison

Type of battle : Land, Seige

Summary

With their army pulling back from north western Italy the fortified town was isolated. Having held out for 18 days General Clément surrendered. All the surviving troops were made prisoners of war.

Location

A fortified town in northwestern Italy about 47 miles southwest of Turin. An important route town for an approach to the French border. (Italy)

Casualty figures

French Garrison

Number engaged :
3,000

Casualties :
3,000 (100.00%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
8,000

Casualties :
n/a