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4 unusual facts about battle of Tolentino


Battle of Castel di Sangro

Following defeat at the Battle of Tolentino, the 4th Division of the Neapolitan army, commanded by General Pignatelli Cerchiara had detached from the main army under their king, Joachim Murat, and were retreating south.

Battle of Scapezzano

This allowed Neipperg to threaten the main Neapolitan force under Joachim Murat engaged at the Battle of Tolentino.

Battle of Tolentino

The battle proved decisive; on 20 May 1815, Austria and Naples concluded the Treaty of Casalanza, restoring Ferdinand IV to the throne.

With the result of the battle still undecided, Murat received word Neipperg had defeated Carascosa at the Battle of Scapezzano and was approaching.


Tolentino

In 1815, at the battle of Tolentino, Joachim Murat was decisively defeated by Frederick Bianchi at the head of Austrian forces, resulting in his abdication.


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