Historical Events tagged with "tolentino"
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Military & Warfare
Austrian Victory at the Battle of Tolentino
May 3rd, 1815 209 years ago
Joachim Murat's forces faced defeat at Tolentino against Austrian troops, marking a pivotal confrontation during the Neapolitan War. The engagement was characterized by intense combat as Murat aimed to maintain his crown against the reassertion of Austrian influence in Italy. The Austrian military, led by General Johann von Bellegarde, decisively outmaneuvered Murat's forces. The battle’s outcome led to significant territorial and political changes in the region.
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