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Scilla


Battle Name : Scilla

Date(s) : 24 July 1806

Part of : French War of the Third Coalition ,

Outcome : A victory for British Forces over French Forces [Army of Italy]

Type of battle : Land

Summary

This minor coastal fortress was the target of considerable planning and manoeuvre. The British commander was wasting time and effort on such trivial raids as this rather than vigorously pursuing the French after Maida.

Location

A fortress on the Italian coast at the northern end of the Straits of Messina. (Italy)

Casualty figures

French Forces [Army of Italy]

Number engaged :
281

Casualties :
281 (100.00%)

British Forces

Number engaged :
2,600

Casualties :
n/a