Battle of Swolna

French invasion of Russia

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The Battle of Swolna took place 11 August 1812 near the village of Swolna where Oudinot ran at the river Svolna into the Russians.

Prelude

Napoleon had sent a Bavarian Corps to reinforce the troops of Oudinot. Although they were hit hard by dysentery Oudinot started a new offensive.

Battle

File:Svolna river.jpg

Svolna river near Valyasy village (Belarus)

Neither side was able to enforce the crossing of the Svolna.

Aftermath

Oudinot retreated behind the Drissa.