Historedia
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First Battle of Bergisel

When
12-13 April 1809
Where
Bergisel
Part of
Tyrolean uprising against French and Bavarian occupation under Andreas Hofer

Tyrolean forces defeated Bavarians in the First Battle of Bergisel on 12 April 1809.

On 12 April, Tyrolean forces defeated the Bavarians in the First Battle of Bergisel. Despite French relief forces arriving, the Tyroleans fought them until victory on the morning of the 13th, securing their position in the region.

Sources

  1. Tyrolean Rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
  2. Andreas Hofer Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-05

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