Prussian capture of Jihlava
- When
- 1742
- Where
- Jihlava
- Episodes
- 1
In 1742, the city of Jihlava was captured by Prussian forces. The specific date of January 1 is not confirmed by the provided source, which only states the year of the event.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. Jihlava, historically known as Iglau, is a city in the Czech Republic situated on the border between Moravia and Bohemia. It was established as a royal mining town in the early 13th century, making it the oldest mining settlement in the country.
Prussian Capture. During the events of 1742, Jihlava fell into the hands of the Prussians. The source confirms the year of the capture but does not provide specific details regarding the military commanders involved or the precise day of the event.
People involved
- Kingdom of Prussia · Capturing force
Sources
- Jihlava Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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