Battles & Campaigns · 1796
Battle of Neresheim
Neresheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
What happened
Archduke Charles attacked to cover his army's crossing of the Danube. Heavy rain slowed his columns, and fighting broke out around several villages. The battle became a stalemate and an exchange of artillery fire, and the Austrians withdrew and crossed the Danube.
Why it matters
Why it matters: Sources disagree whether it was a French victory or a draw. Moreau did not pursue, which let Charles move his forces to face the other French army under Jourdan.
What came next
On 24 August Charles beat Jourdan at Amberg.
Did you know?
Moreau removed a division commander after the battle but was persuaded to take him back a few days later.
Timeline
- 9 July 1796Battle of Ettlingen.
- 11 August 1796Battle of Neresheim.
- 24 August 1796Battle of Amberg.
- 3 September 1796Battle of Würzburg.