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Battle of Hohenlinden
The Battle of Hohenlinden near Munich was fought on December 3, 1800, during the Second Italian Campaign. It resulted in a decisive French victory under General Moreau against the Austrians under Archduke John. Maneuvering through southern Germany, the French Army … Continue reading
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War of the Second Coalition
The War of the Second Coalition lasted between 1799-1801 and comprised Turkey, England, Austria, Russia and was the second attempt by European monarchs, led by Austria and Russia, to contain or eliminate Revolutionary France. They formed a new alliance and … Continue reading
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