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Villagarcia


Battle Name : Villagarcia

Date(s) : 11 August 1810

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , The Peninsular Campaign ,

Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Spanish Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

Although the Spanish had higher over all numbers they were weaker in cavalry and artillery. This was not an expensive win for the French.

Location

A small town in southwestern Spain about 56 miles north of Seville. (Spain)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
8,200

Casualties :
200 (2.44%)

Spanish Forces

Number engaged :
11,000

Casualties :
600 (5.45%)