Battle

Battle of Yevenes

24 Mar 1809 · 39.57° N, 3.88° W

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When
24 Mar 1809
Kind
Battle
Coordinates
39.57° N, 3.88° W
Description
1809 battle during the Peninsular War

Battle of Los Yébenes

1809 Battle of the Peninsular War

The Battle of Los Yébenes was a conflict between the Regiment of Polish Lancers and multiple regiments of Spanish cavalry, near the Spanish village of Los Yébenes. The heavily outnumbered Polish regiment, led by Colonel Jan Konopka, was surprised and nearly defeated by the larger Spanish force.

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