Battle of Haslach-Jungingen
German Campaign (War of the Third Coalition) · Haslach-Jungingen, near Ulm, Bavaria (Holy Roman Empire)
Summary
Dupont's isolated division encountered an overwhelming Austrian force near Ulm. Despite numerical inferiority, it held its position for several hours, inflicting heavy losses and preventing any strategic breakthrough.
Historical context
On 11 October 1805, near Ulm, General Dupont, isolated on the north bank of the Danube with about 4,000 men, believed he faced only an Austrian reinforcement but encountered Mack's army of 25,000 soldiers, nearly half cavalry, as part of the Ulm encirclement maneuver.
Tactics
Dupont deployed his division in defensive positions between villages, exploiting terrain, hedges, and walls to slow Austrian advance. He alternated defense and targeted counterattacks.
Consequences
Although the battle was technically indecisive, Dupont's heroic resistance prevented the Austrians from breaking the encirclement. This action indirectly contributed to the future capitulation of Ulm.