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Battle of Krosno Odrzańskie 1015

Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Year1015Wikidata P585 (point in time)
EraMedieval (500–1499)derived from year
LocationPolandNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentEuropeNatural Earth
Coordinates52.0528, 15.1131Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Krosno Odrzańskie was fought in August of 1015 during the German–Polish War, between the army of the Duchy of Poland led by Bolesław I the Brave, against the army of the Holy Roman Empire led by Henry II. It was fought in Krosno Odrzańskie, Poland. It ended on 3 August with German victory, as their forces managed to break through the defensive positions of Poland.

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Location

52.0528, 15.1131 · Poland

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