20 May 1631
Capture of Magdeburg
Magdeburg is sacked with only the cathedral left standing. Captures Magdeburg from the Swedish forces
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Magdeburg is sacked with only the cathedral left standing. Captures Magdeburg from the Swedish forces
Tillys troops sack Magdeburg. Gustavus joins up with Saxoy & confronts Tilly at Breitenfeld
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