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Title
Clash at Pordenone
Description
On 10 April 1809, Archduke John’s Army invaded Italy. Aware of Austria’s intentions, Napoleon had already reinforced the Army of Italy and sent many letters to advise his adopted son, Eugene, who had little battle experience, how to best defend …
Publisher
Date
1809-04-15
Scenario#
306
Scenario Description
On 10 April 1809, Archduke John’s Army invaded Italy. Aware of Austria’s intentions, Napoleon had already reinforced the Army of Italy and sent many letters to advise his adopted son, Eugene, who had little battle experience, how to best defend Italy. By the 14th, Eugene had amassed a large force near Sacile, but was unsure of his enemy’s strength. John, however, had a clear picture of Eugene’s army and ordered Frimont to attack the French at Pordenone on the 15th. Wetzel led his Grenzer brigade across the Noncello, while Schmidt’s line Brigade attacked the village from the northeast. The French infantry were being pushed hard as Sahuc formed his cavalry, north of town, hoping to catch the Austrians in the flank. But the French cavalry were themselves surprised and routed by Frimont’s cavalry. The 35th line infantry was almost destroyed and lost its eagle. After heavy losses, the French infantry pulled back.
Location
Pordenone, Italy
Battle Name
Battle Narrative
The Battle of Sacile on 16 April 1809 and its companion Clash at Pordenone on 15 April saw an Austrian army commanded by Archduke John of Austria defeat a Franco-Italian army led by Eugène de Beauharnais and force it to retreat. Sacile proved to be the most notable victory of John's career. The action took place east of the Livenza River near Sacile in modern-day Italy during the War of the Fifth Coalition, part of the Napoleonic Wars.
Narrative Source
Wikipedia: Battle of Sacile
Combatants
French
Austrians
Additional Information
Fifth Coalition

Geolocation