This battle saw fighting over a manor in the village of Markkleeberg, as well as an engagement at Liebertwolkwitz, where the winning side's cavalry pushed back the columns led by Murat.
The losing side of this battle captured the Count von Merveldt on the first day and sent him back with a peace offer the next day. Fire from 100 artillery pieces on Gallows Hill commanded by Antoine Drouot preceded a 10,000 man cavalry charge on the forces of Schwarzenberg. During the retreat from this battle, a prematurely exploded bridge resulted in the capture of (*) Reynier. This battle saw fighting over a manor in the village of Markkleeberg, as well as an engagement at Liebertwolkwitz, where the winning side's cavalry pushed back the columns led by Murat. The defection of some Saxon troops secured victory in this battle for the forces commanded by BlÃ¼cher, Alexander I of Russia, and Charles XIV John of Sweden. For 10 points, name this 1813 victory for the Sixth Coalition over Napoleon, nicknamed the Battle of the Nations.
The losing side of this battle captured the Count von Merveldt on the first day and sent him back with a peace offer the next day.
Battle of Leipzig [accept Battle of the Nations early]