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The Battle of Solferino
- When
- 24 June 1859
- Where
- Solferino
- Part of
- Battle of Solferino
The Franco-Sardinian alliance defeated the Austrian army in a costly tactical victory, marking the largest battle since 1813.
The battle involved approximately 300,000 soldiers. The French army, personally led by Napoleon III, was divided into four corps plus the Imperial Guard. The Austrian forces, led by Emperor Franz Joseph, were positioned on Solferino, Cavriana, and Volta Mantovana. The uncoordinated fighting resulted in high casualties, but the Allied forces ultimately forced the Austrians to yield their positions.
Sources
- Battle of Solferino Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-04
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