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Battle of Langensalza

When
27 June 1866
Where
Bad Langensalza
Part of
Battle of Langensalza, 27–29 June 1866

Hanoverian forces defeated chaotic Prussian troops on 27 June 1866 near Bad Langensalza during the Austro-Prussian War.

The battle took place near Bad Langensalza. Hanover's army achieved a tactical victory against chaotic Prussian forces. However, the Hanoverians were stuck in the Thuringian Basin, facing logistical issues that would soon undermine their position.

Sources

  1. Battle of Langensalza (1866) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-21
  2. Austro-Prussian War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30

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