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Pre-Battle Maneuvering
- When
- 5 March 1645
- Where
- Hills around Jankov
- Part of
- Battle of Jankau
Torstensson positioned his forces near Jankov to prepare for the upcoming engagement.
On 5 March 1645, Swedish commander Lennart Torstensson withdrew his army to the hills surrounding Jankov. This tactical move allowed him to prepare for battle the following day, setting the stage for the confrontation with Imperial forces.
Sources
- Battle of Jankau Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
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