All Battles

Battle of Lützen

1632 • Sachsen Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Costly victory for the Swedes, but King Gustavus Adolphus falls in battle.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Tactical Swedish victory.

Sweden & Saxony

  • Commander: Gustav II. Adolf †
  • Strength: ca. 18.000
  • Casualties: ca. 5.000

Imperial Garrison

  • Commander: Wallenstein
  • Strength: ca. 12.000 (Kern)
  • Casualties: ca. 4.000

Strategic Context

Decisive battle between Wallenstein and Gustavus Adolphus.

Conflict / War

Swedish War

Decisive Swedish victory.

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