The Spanish Ulcer - 1809
Corunna
January 16, 1809
Background
Advancing to support their Spanish ally, Moore's British army became the objective for overwhelming French forces. After a chaotic retreat, the British reached the port of Corunna, and, with all their cavalry and most of their artillery already loaded onto ships, fought a last delaying action against the van of the pursuing French forces.
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Historic Results
The ground being unfavorable to the use of cavalry and artillery, the battle degenerated into an almost pure infantry brawl. Although the French were checked at all points, firing and skirmishing continued until dark. Moore was killed near the close of the fighting, and the British army was loading on ships and left Corunna during the night after the battle. Losses were around 900 each, although some sources claim up to 2,000 French losses.
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