Battle of St. Jakob an der Birs (1444)

Battle of St. Jakob an der Birs (France vs Seven Cantons & Basel) took place in 1444 during Old Zürich War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1444
• Date: 26 August 1444
• Era: Medieval
• Conflict: Old Zürich War
• Side A: France
• Side B: Seven Cantons, Basel
• Commanders (A): Louis Dauphin of France, Antoine de Chabannes
• Commanders (B): Unknown, Henman Sevogel
• Casualties: 2,000 (France), 1,200–1,500 (Seven Cantons & Basel)
• Outcome: French victory
• Coordinates: 47.542°, 7.618°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of St. Jakob an der Birs · Wikidata entry