14 December 1672
Siege of Charleroi Begins
William III of Orange reaches Charleroi and begins an attempt to take the French-held fortress during his winter campaign.
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William III of Orange reaches Charleroi and begins an attempt to take the French-held fortress during his winter campaign.
William III of Orange abandons the attempt to capture Charleroi when winter conditions and inadequate siege resources make success unlikely.
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