Battles & Campaigns · 1809
Battle of Tamames
Tamames, Salamanca, Spain
What happened
The Spanish formed a line on a low ridge above Tamames. The battle started badly for them: their cavalry was routed and some guns were lost. But the Spanish infantry retook the guns, and the French columns could not break the line on the rough ground.
Why it matters
Why it matters: It was a Spanish victory. The French attacked in massed columns but could not break the Spanish line.
What came next
Marchand's army struck back at Alba de Tormes in November, and the Spanish lost heavily at Ocaña.
Did you know?
Spanish cavalry pursuing the French captured French flags and a cannon.
Timeline
- 18 October 1809Battle of Tamames.
- 19 November 1809Battle of Ocaña.
- 28 November 1809Battle of Alba de Tormes.