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Battle of Chojnice

When
18 September 1454
Where
Near Chojnice
Part of
Thirteen Years' War between Poland and the Teutonic Order

Polish forces are defeated by the Teutonic Knights near Chojnice.

On 18 September 1454, the Polish army under Casimir IV engaged the Teutonic Knights. The Teutonic cavalry tried to break through Polish lines, but their infantry defended the Wagenburg formation effectively. The Polish forces suffered a significant defeat.

Sources

  1. Battle of Chojnice (1454) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-24
  2. Thirteen Years' War (1454–1466) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22

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