Duquesnoy Advances on French Right Wing
General Duquesnoy pushed French forces toward the eastern approaches of the battlefield. Difficult terrain and stubborn defenders limited the immediate effect of his movement.
Role range: 1793-1799
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Jean-Baptiste Duquesnoy Biography and Timeline
Follow Jean-Baptiste Duquesnoy through 4 dated historical records for France.
Jean-Baptiste Duquesnoy, historical timeline
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1793
Eastern Assault Meets Difficult Ground
The attack led by Duquesnoy encountered terrain and resistance that reduced its momentum. These difficulties contributed to the decision to concentrate a stronger force on the following day.
Role range: 1793-1799
Right Wing Soldiers Assault Wattignies Heights
French formations operating on the right joined the effort to secure the strategically important ground. Control of the heights would make the Coalition covering position harder to maintain.
Role range: 1793-1799
Right Wing Success Strengthens French Position
Duquesnoy's troops contributed to the decisive pressure against the enemy's flank. Their fighting helped turn the strategic heights into a weakness in the opposing defensive line.
Role range: 1793-1799
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