BattlefieldsBlockade of Barcelona
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Blockade of Barcelona

1808
England
Era
modern
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Kingdom of Spain
Forces
Kingdom of Spain: 19,551 infantry; 780 cavalry
VS
Victor
French Empire
Forces
French Empire: 8,000 infantry; 1,400 cavalry
Outcome
French victory
The Battle

History & Significance

The blockade of Barcelona was a failed attempt by Spanish troops to recapture the French occupied Barcelona between August and December 1808 during the Peninsular War.

Suspected site. The exact location is uncertain.
Casualties & Losses

not recorded

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