Battle of Castiglione
Summary
French victory that neutralized an Austrian attempt to lift the siege of Mantua.
Historical context
The Austrians sought to relieve the besieged garrison of Mantua, but Napoleon organized an effective defense.
Tactics
Defensive maneuvers followed by coordinated counterattacks, exploiting French mobility and tactical superiority.
Consequences
The siege of Mantua continued, considerably weakening coalition forces.
Location
Place : Castiglione delle Stiviere, Lombardy, Italy
Coordinates : 45.439°N, 10.622°E