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Battle of Wolgast

1628 • Pommern Belagerung/Feld

Historical Overview

Wallenstein finally drives the Danes from the German mainland.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Imperial victory.

Imperial Army

  • Commander: Albrecht v. Wallenstein
  • Strength: ca. 8.000
  • Casualties: Minimal

Kingdom of Denmark

  • Commander: Christian IV.
  • Strength: ca. 6.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Strategic Context

Securing the Baltic coast for the Emperor.

Conflict / War

Danish phase of the Thirty Years' War

Wallenstein's victory.

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