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The Battle of Albuera

When
16 May 1811
Where
Albuera
Part of
Battle of Albuera

On 16 May 1811, a mixed British, Spanish, and Portuguese corps engaged elements of the French Army of the South at the small Spanish village of Albuera.

The engagement occurred about 20 kilometres south of Badajoz. Soult proceeded with his attempt to turn the Allied right flank on the morning of 16 May 1811. The battle resulted in a victory for the Allied forces, though at heavy cost.

Sources

  1. Battle of Albuera Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-06

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