Battle of Erbach

The Battle of Erbach was a battle of the French Revolutionary Wars fought on May 15, 1800. The forces of the French Consulate, led by Sainte-Suzanne. The Habsburg forces were led by Baron Pál Kray. The French had 15,000 soldiers, while the Austrians had 36,000 soldiers, including 12,000 cavalry. The Austrians attacked vigorously but could not rout the French forces. The French hold to their main positions for 12 hours, until the approach of St Cyr's corps forced the Austrians to retire. Both sides suffered heavy casualties.

Battle of Erbach
Part of War of the Second Coalition
DateMay 15, 1800
Location
Result French victory. Heavy casualties on both sides.
Belligerents
French Consulate Habsburg Monarchy
Commanders and leaders
Sainte-Suzanne Baron Pál Kray
Strength
15,000 soldiers 36,000 soldiers (including 12,000 cavalry)

References

  • George Bruce. Harbottle's Dictionary of Battles. (Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1981) (ISBN 0442223366).

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