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Glogau


Battle Name : Glogau

Date(s) : 01 September 1813 - 10 April 1814

Part of : The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars , Napoleon's defence of France ,

Outcome : A victory for Russo-Prussian Forces over French Garrison

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The Allies brought up their strength in the latter days of the siege. German and Croatian members of the garrison were released to go home. The French marched out with honours of war, laid down their arms and marched off to France on conditions.

Location

A major fortified town [now Glogow, Poland] in Prussian Silesia about 50 miles northwest of Wroclaw. (Poland)

Casualty figures

French Garrison

Number engaged :
5,000

Casualties :
n/a

Russo-Prussian Forces

Number engaged :
21,000

Casualties :
n/a