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Valenciennes


Battle Name : Valenciennes

Date(s) : 27 August 1794

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

Outcome : A victory for French Forces over Coalition Forces [Austrian, Dutch Garrison]

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Coalition made little attempt to hold this fortified town losses on both sides being extremely light. The Austrians went back to Austria on the condition that they would not fight against the French again in this war.

Location

A major fortified town in northern France about 8 miles from the Franco-Belgian border. (France)

Casualty figures

French Forces

Number engaged :
n/a

Casualties :
n/a

Coalition Forces [Austrian, Dutch Garrison]

Number engaged :
3,500

Casualties :
3,500 (100.00%)