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Turin


Battle Name : Turin

Date(s) : 11 June 1799 - 20 June 1799

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

Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over Franco-Sardinian Garrison

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The French attempted to hold onto Turin but the strength of the besieging force with 126 siege guns was much too great. The Allies captured a great quantity of military materials including 40,000 muskets and 382 guns.

Location

A major city and route centre in northwestern Italy. Close to the Mont Cenis pass into France. (Italy)

Casualty figures

Franco-Sardinian Garrison

Number engaged :
3,000

Casualties :
3,000 (100.00%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
6,500

Casualties :
70 (1.08%)