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Battle of Jarnac

1569 • Nouvelle-Aquitaine Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Catholic victory during which the Huguenot leader Condé was executed after surrendering.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Catholic victory.

Catholic Crown

  • Commander: Herzog von Anjou
  • Strength: ca. 20.000
  • Casualties: Gering

Huguenots

  • Commander: Prinz von Condé †
  • Strength: ca. 11.000
  • Casualties: ca. 400

Strategic Context

Decisive battle during the Third Huguenot War.

Conflict / War

French Wars of Religion

Catholic victory.

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