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Image: Battle of Vyazma, situation at 10am on November 3rd, 1812

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Description: This map denotes the positions of the Russian and French armies at 10am, as the corps of Davout is encircled by the Russians. That portion of Davout's corps which broke ranks and fled in panic is positioned toward the north of the main road. The French IV Corps of Eugene and the V Corps of Poniatowski are marching east to rescue Davout's troops. The III Corps of Ney is positioned to the west of the battlefield, preparing to assume the Grande Armee's rear guard duties.
Title: Battle of Vyazma, situation at 10am on November 3rd, 1812
Credit: Napoleon's Russian Campaign of 1812
Author: Edward Foord
Usage Terms: Public domain
License: Public domain
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