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Pfeddersheim


Battle Name : Pfeddersheim

Date(s) : 10 November 1795

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

Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [ Austrians] over French Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The French were pursued over the Rhine. This clash did not involve all troops from both armies but was intended by the Austrians to discourage the French from standing rather than continue retreating.

Location

A village in western Germany about 4 miles west of the city of Worms.

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
37,000

Casualties :
1,400 (3.78%)

Coalition Forces [ Austrians]

Number engaged :
33,000

Casualties :
600 (1.82%)