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Klöntal


Battle Name : Klöntal

Date(s) : 30 September 1799 - 01 October 1799

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

Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [ Austro-Russian ] over French Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

Following his previous successes Molitor continued to push further eastwards. The Austro-Russian force were tired, hungry and being forced into a mountainous trap so they fought with desperation and broke Molitor's line.

Location

A valley and lake in central northern Switzerland. (Switzerland)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
6,500

Casualties :
2,020 (31.08%)

Coalition Forces [ Austro-Russian ]

Number engaged :
8,000

Casualties :
n/a