3 March 1813 – North Germany

There was a major encounter battle at Brunswick involving three corps per side.

The French were delayed moving through the city

The Prussians held their ground, but suffered heavier casualties

An attack by the Old Guard was repulsed

But nightfall the French held their ground, including Brunswick

At nightfall the Prussians withdrew towards Wolfsburg

The occupation of Brunswick by the French is significant

The city is the primary campaign objective for both armies

To claim victory in the campaign the French also have to defeat the Prussian Army

Although Napoleon has won this battle, he has not defeated Blucher

Both armies suffered light casualties

Both armies will soon recover and be capable of fighting again.

However the onus is now on the Prussians to retake Brunswick