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Florrennes


Battle Name : Florrennes

Date(s) : 23 May 1792

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

Outcome : A victory for Austrian Forces over French Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Austrians adopted an offensive defensive strategy, though fewer in number, repulsed the French advanced guard.

Location

Southern Belgian village about 15miles south-southeast of Charleroi. (Belgium)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
5,000

Casualties :
111 (2.22%)

Austrian Forces

Number engaged :
3,000

Casualties :
29 (0.97%)