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Mainz


Battle Name : Mainz

Date(s) : 14 June 1796 - 07 September 1796

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

Outcome : A victory for Coalition Forces [Mixed Garrison] over French Forces

Type of battle : Land, Seige

Summary

A fairly mix group of Coalition troops held out with determination against the French blockade. Moreau was forced to lift the blockade in response to the threat posed after Archduke Charles defeated Jourdan's army at Würzburg.

Location

A fortified city in western Germany on the west bank of the river Rhine.

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
36,000

Casualties :
n/a

Coalition Forces [Mixed Garrison]

Number engaged :
5,800

Casualties :
n/a