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Battle of Quatre Bras

1815 • Wallonien Feldschlacht
Prins van Oranje

Prins van Oranje

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Quatre Bras moeilijk allemaal

Quatre Bras moeilijk allemaal

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De slag bij Quatre-Bras, Jan Willem Pieneman

De slag bij Quatre-Bras, Jan Willem Pieneman

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The Prince of Saxe-Weimar tells the officers of his brigade to stand their ground at Quatre-Bras.

The Prince of Saxe-Weimar tells the officers of his brigade to stand their ground at Quatre-Bras.

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The Prince of Saxe-Weimar tells the officers of his brigade to stand their ground at Quatre-Bras.

The Prince of Saxe-Weimar tells the officers of his brigade to stand their ground at Quatre-Bras.

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Historical Overview

Indecisive engagement between Ney and Wellington at a strategic crossroads.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Draw (strategic stalemate).

Grande Armée

  • Commander: Michel Ney
  • Strength: ca. 24.000
  • Casualties: ca. 4.000

Anglo-Allied Army

  • Commander: Duke of Wellington
  • Strength: ca. 36.000
  • Casualties: ca. 4.800

Strategic Context

Securing the connection between British and Prussian forces.

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