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Battle of Gadebusch

When
1712
Where
Gadebusch
Episodes
1

On 20 December 1712, Sweden achieved its final great victory in the Great Northern War at Gadebusch against Danish and Saxon forces threatening Stralsund.

Episodes

  1. 20 December 1712 · GadebuschBattle of Gadebusch

    Sweden defeated Danish and Saxon forces in a decisive engagement to protect Stralsund.

Background and detail

Battle Outcome. The Battle of Gadebusch, also known as Wakenstädt, resulted in a significant Swedish victory. This engagement is characterized as Sweden's final great victory in the Great Northern War, preventing the loss of Stralsund.

People involved

Sources

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

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