16 Nov 1632

Battle of Lützen

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Wallenstein’s forces in total outnumbered those of the Swedes. However, he had detached Pappenheim’s cavalry. Gustavus determined to make the most of his temporary advantage and give battle.

Wallenstein’s forces had entrenched in the ditches along a road. In a see-saw battle they were finally driven out. Wallenstein led his forces back to Bohemia.

But the Swedes too had lost: their King Gustavus lay dead on the field of battle.

http://www.pipeline.com/~cwa/Lutzen_Phase.htm

Source/Attribution

The Death of Tilly, Wallenstein’s Recall, The Siege of Nürnberg and the Battle of Lützen

Added Wed, Jul 1 2009 at 7:17PM UTC by

Rob Brent

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