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Battle of Chotusitz

When
17 May 1742
Where
Chotusitz, Bohemia
Part of
Battle of Chotusitz

Prussian and Imperial forces clashed near Chotusitz in Bohemia, resulting in a generally accepted Prussian victory despite heavy mutual casualties.

On 17 May 1742, Frederick the Great's Prussian army engaged an Imperial force of around 25,000 men led by Charles of Lorraine. The Imperial troops were advancing against French-occupied Prague when they met the Prussians. By 10:30, Frederick's infantry formed a square of 24 battalions and fired into Austrian positions outside Chotusice.

Sources

  1. Battle of Chotusitz Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21

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