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Monday, March 7, 2022

5 May 1813 – Central Germany – Day 5


In the north both armies regroup and resupply

In the centre 4th French army attack Jena

In the south 3rd Russian army retreat to Sulza


The French win a marginal victory at Jena

The Russians retreat at nightfall, but do so in good order

The battle is fought to the west of the town

At nightfall it is still held by the Russians

The French lose 2 infantry and 1 cavalry casualties (900 men)

The Russians lose 3 infantry, 1 cavalry and 2 artillery casualties (1500 men)

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