Crossing of the Düna

1701 • Livland Flussübergang

Historical Overview

Tactically brilliant river crossing by the Swedes against a Saxon-Russian army.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive Swedish victory.

Sweden & Saxony

Commander: Karl XII.
Strength: ca. 7.000
Casualties: ca. 500

Saxony & Russia

Commander: Adam Steinau
Strength: ca. 19.000
Casualties: ca. 2.000

Strategic Context

Expanding the war into the territory of Augustus the Strong (Saxony/Poland).

Conflict / War

Great Northern War

Overwhelming Swedish victory.

Historical Locations

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