Siege of Burgos

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19. Sept. 1812 – 21. Okt. 1812

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42.35° N, 3.70° W

Description

1812 siege during the Peninsular War

1812 siege during the Peninsular War

At the siege of Burgos, from 19 September to 21 October 1812, the Anglo-Portuguese Army led by General Arthur Wellesley, Marquess of Wellington tried to capture the castle of Burgos from its French garrison under the command of General of Brigade Jean-Louis Dubreton. The French repulsed every attempt to seize the fortress, resulting in Wellington's withdrawal.

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