Battle of Drakenburg (1547 AD)

Battle of Drakenburg (Protestant Schmalkaldic troops vs Catholic Imperial army, with forces of Hungary) took place in 1547 AD during Schmalkaldic War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1547 AD
• Date: 1547-06-02
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Schmalkaldic War
• Side A: Protestant Schmalkaldic troops
• Side B: Catholic Imperial army, with forces of Hungary
• Casualties: approx. 200 dead, 400 wounded2,500 dead, 2,500 captured
• Outcome: Protestant victory
• Coordinates: 52.693°, 9.231°

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Wikipedia article on Battle of Drakenburg · Wikidata entry

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