Historical Events tagged with "August 1870"
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Military & Warfare
Intense Fighting at the Battle of Gravelotte
August 18th, 1870 154 years ago
The Battle of Gravelotte, part of the Franco-Prussian War, was fought between the forces of the Kingdom of Prussia and the French Empire. Occurring near Gravelotte, France, this battle was significant for its intense combat and strategic importance. The Prussian Army, under the command of General Helmuth von Moltke, aimed to encircle and defeat the French forces led by General Patrice de MacMahon. The engagement resulted in heavy casualties on both sides, marking a crucial step towards the eventual Prussian victory in the war.
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