Events tagged with "pontlatzer bridge"

Historical Events tagged with "pontlatzer bridge"

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Military & Warfare

Tyrolean Victory at Pontlatzer Bridge

July 26th, 1703 321 years ago

In a significant clash during the Bavarian Rummel, Tyrolean rural forces successfully repelled the Bavarian army led by Prince-Elector Maximilian II Emanuel at the Pontlatzer Bridge. This decisive action thwarted the Bavarians’ plans to advance towards Vienna, as they were allied with France during the War of the Spanish Succession. The rural population played a crucial role in defending their homeland against invading forces, showcasing their military resolve and determination.