Battles & Campaigns · 1757
Battle of Reichenberg
Reichenberg (Liberec), Czech Republic
What happened
In spring 1757 Bevern led a Prussian column into Bohemia. It met Königsegg's Austrians near Reichenberg. The Prussians won and captured large amounts of Austrian supplies.
Why it matters
The captured supplies helped the Prussian army. Bevern was free to keep marching toward Prague.
What came next
Bevern continued his march on Prague.
Did you know?
Only about 14,000 of Königsegg's men were at the battle; others were guarding mountain passes elsewhere.
Timeline
- 1 Oct 1756Battle of Lobositz, the year before.
- 21 Apr 1757Battle of Reichenberg.
- After the battleBevern marches on toward Prague.