Events tagged with "helmuth von moltke"

Historical Events tagged with "helmuth von moltke"

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Military & Warfare

French Army's Pyrrhic Victory at Coulmiers

November 9th, 1870 154 years ago

The Battle of Coulmiers saw French forces under General Antoine de Failly clash with the Prussian army near the town of Coulmiers, France. Although the French managed to gain ground, their victory came at a heavy cost, undermining their overall campaign in the Franco-German War. The engagement demonstrated the tenacity of French troops and the strategic importance of the area as both sides sought maneuvering room.