Battle of Mondovì
Summary
French victory that forced the Kingdom of Sardinia to request an armistice, facilitating the conquest of Piedmont.
Historical context
Following a prolonged offensive, this battle allowed the French to defeat the last major Sardinian defensive line in the region.
Tactics
Exploitation of numerical superiority and a coordinated attack on multiple fronts to disorganize the enemy.
Consequences
The Peace of Cherasco followed, imposing significant territorial and political concessions on the Sardinians.
Location
Place : Mondovì, Piedmont, Italy
Coordinates : 44.408°N, 7.946°E