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Battle of Neresheim (1805) 1805

Battle of Neresheim (1805): Battle of Neresheim - plan of the battle
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Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Date17 October 1805Wikidata
Year1805Wikidata P585 (point in time)
Era19th century (1800–1913)derived from year
LocationGermanyNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentEuropeNatural Earth
Coordinates48.7542, 10.3344Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Neresheim took place on 17 October 1805. It ended in a victory for the French army commanded by Marshal Joachim Murat. The opposing force was the Austrian army of General Franz von Werneck. The action resulted in the capture of 1,350 men. Among the prisoners was General Rudolf von Sinzendorf. The French also captured 2 colours.

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Location

48.7542, 10.3344 · Germany

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