Modern era · 1870
Battle of Spicheren
The Battle of Spicheren (also known as the Battle of Forbach) was fought on 6 August 1870 during the Franco-Prussian War. German forces won a victory compelled the French to withdraw to the defenses of Metz. The battle was the second of three critical French defeats.
- When
- 6 Aug 1870
- Where
- Spicheren
- Era
- Modern
Topics
Before and after
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