Battle of Lovcha 1877
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Date | 1 September 1877 – 3 September 1877 | Wikidata |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 1877 | Wikidata P580 (start time) |
| Era | 19th century (1800–1913) | derived from year |
| Location | Bulgaria | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | Europe | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | Tenth Russo-Turkish War | Wikidata P361 |
| Participants | Ottoman Empire | Wikidata P710 |
| Coordinates | 43.1347, 24.7172 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of Lovcha, or Loftcha (today Lovech), took place during the siege of Plevna. Russian forces successfully reduced the fortress at Lovcha, which had protected Plevna's communication and supply lines. It was a part of the Russo-Turkish War of 1877–1878.
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