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Tropea


Battle Name : Tropea

Date(s) : 07 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

A raid by sailors and marines from H.M.S. Apollo took this fortress and captured all the occupants without loss.

Location

A coastal fortress on the west coast of the toe of Italy 19 miles west of Pizzo. (Italy)

Casualty figures

French Forces [Army of Italy]

Number engaged :
370

Casualties :
370 (100.00%)

British Forces

Number engaged :
200

Casualties :
0 (0.00%)