Battle of Aspern-Essling

When

21 May 1809 – 22 May 1809

Kind

Battle

Coordinates

48.21° N, 16.50° E

Description

1809 battle during the War of the Fifth Coalition

1809 battle during the War of the Fifth Coalition

In the Battle of Aspern–Essling, Napoleon crossed the Danube near Vienna, but the French and their allies were attacked and forced back across the river by the Austrians under Archduke Charles. It was the first time Napoleon had been personally defeated in a major battle, as well as his first battle defeat in 10 years since the siege of Acre, and his first battle defeat as head of state, although he did suffer a tact…

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