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San Daniele del Friuli
Battle Name : San Daniele del Friuli
Date(s) : 11 May 1809
Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's Austrian Campaign 1809 ,
Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Austrian Forces
Type of battle : Land
Summary
Dessaix's Advanced guard caught part of the retreating Austrians just after crossing the Tagliamento river. The Austrians lost more than a quarter of their strength, most of whom were captured.
Location
A village in northeastern Italy about 5 miles east of the Tagliamento river. (Italy)
Casualty figures
French Forces
- Number engaged :
- 9,000
- Casualties :
- 200 (2.22%)
Austrian Forces
- Number engaged :
- 7,000
- Casualties :
- 1,890 (27.00%)
