Historical Events tagged with "Suvorov"

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Military & Warfare

French Victory Over Austro-Russian Forces

September 26th, 1799 225 years ago

In a decisive battle during the War of the Second Coalition, French troops led by General Jean Moreau defeated the combined Austro-Russian forces under Field Marshal Alexander Suvorov. This victory occurred in northern Italy, near the Po River, and marked a significant turning point in the coalition's military efforts against France. The surprising defeat resulted in the collapse of Suvorov's campaign, shifting the balance of power in favor of the French.

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