Crossing of the Somme (1636 AD)

Crossing of the Somme took place in 1636 AD during Franco-Spanish War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1636 AD
• Date: 1636-08-05
• Era: Early Modern
• Conflict: Franco-Spanish War
• Commanders (A): Louis Comté de Soissons
• Commanders (B): Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand, Tommaso Francesco Prince of Carignano, Alonso Pérez de Fuensaldaña, Ottavio Piccolomini
• Casualties: approx. 700–800 soldiers killed 13 captains 14 lieutenants 16 corporals35 killed and 50 wounded (reported)
• Outcome: Imperial-Spanish victory
• Coordinates: 49.940°, 2.717°

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