Battle of Porrassalmi (1789 AD)

Battle of Porrassalmi (Sweden vs Russian Empire) took place in 1789 AD during Russo-Swedish War of 1788–1790.

Battle facts

Year: 1789 AD
Date: 1789-06-13
Era: Early Modern
Conflict: Russo-Swedish War of 1788–1790
Side A: Sweden
Side B: Russian Empire
Commanders (A): Jakob Karl Gripenberg
Commanders (B): Ivan Ivanovich Michelson
Casualties: approx. 53 killed, 150 wounded425 killed and wounded (Russian sources) 900 killed and wounded (Swedish sources)
Outcome: Swedish victory
Coordinates: 61.631°, 27.285°