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Pavia
Battle Name : Pavia
Date(s) : 25 February 1525
Part of : Italian Wars between Hapsburgs & Valois ,
Outcome : A victory for Hapsburg Army over French Army
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Francis l of France was besieging Pavia and appeared to be in an invunerable position with regards to the relieving army. A bold overnight march and a flank attack was countered by Francis feeding his forces in piecemeal. The French suffered an overwhelming defeat and Francis was captured.
