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Mincio River


Battle Name : Mincio River

Date(s) : 08 February 1814

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's defence of France ,

Outcome : A victory for Franco-Italian Forces over Austrian Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

Poor intelligence on the Austrian side led them to believe the Franco-Italians had given up the line of the Mincio. The Franco-Italians were there in strength and the Austrians were met with determined resistance when they tried to cross.

Location

A tributary of the river Po flowing in from the north [left hand bank] the action took place over a front of approximately 3 miles centred about 8 miles south of Peschiera, Italy. (Italy)

Casualty figures

Franco-Italian Forces

Number engaged :
34,000

Casualties :
3,500 (10.29%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
32,000

Casualties :
4,000 (12.50%)