Event of 1814: Swedish–Norwegian War (1814) – The Battle of Kjølberg Bridge ends in Swedish vic
- When
- 1814
- Where
- Kjølberg Bridge
- Episodes
- 1
The Battle of Kjølberg Bridge occurred on 14 August 1814 during the Swedish–Norwegian War. Swedish forces faced difficulties repairing the bridge due to Norwegian fire, but a small detachment crossed at a hidden point. This engagement marked the final battle of the conflict.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. The battle took place during the Swedish–Norwegian War of 1814. Swedish troops encountered significant challenges in repairing the bridge because of continuous fire from the Norwegian side of the river. Despite these obstacles, a small Swedish force managed to cross the river at a hidden location, leading to the engagement's conclusion.
Engagement. A small Swedish force of 75 men, consisting of jägers from the Bohuslän and Life Grenadier Regiments, passed over the river at a hidden point. This maneuver was critical in overcoming the defensive fire from the Norwegian side, which had previously hindered bridge repairs. The battle concluded as the last engagement of the war.
People involved
- Swedish Army · Combatant
- Norwegian Forces · Combatant
Sources
- Battle of Kjølberg Bridge Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-20
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