Battle of Almansa
Berwick commands Bourbon forces in the decisive victory at Almansa.
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1707 in France
Explore 16 historical events and records for France in 1707.
Historical records for France in 1707
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April
Battle of Almansa
The Duke of Berwick commands Bourbon forces in the decisive victory over the Grand Alliance near Almansa.
Battle of Almansa
Bourbon forces win a major victory at Almansa during the Spanish campaign.
Occupation of Valencia
After the victory at Almansa, Bourbon authority is strengthened in Valencia.
May
Valencia Campaign
Berwick's victory at Almansa enables Bourbon recovery across Valencia and Aragon.
October
Capture of Lleida
Lleida falls to Bourbon forces during the campaign led by Philippe II of Orleans.
Capture of Lleida
Bourbon forces assault Lleida during the campaign following Almansa.
Siege of Lleida
Philippe II of Orleans helps direct Bourbon operations against Lleida after Almansa.
Siege of Lleida
The siege of Lleida begins its decisive assault as Bourbon forces press into Catalonia.
Other events (month unknown)
Commander in Chief
Appointed Commander of the French Army in Spain
Commander in Chief
Philippe II of Orleans is appointed commander of the French army in Spain.
Commander in Spain
Philippe II of Orleans receives command of French forces operating in Spain.
French Flanders Army Reorganised under Vendome
Vendome restores cohesion to the French army and prevents another rapid Allied collapse in Flanders.
Support for Philip V
Louis XIV continues to support Philip V despite Allied attempts to replace him with Archduke Charles.
Vendome Confronts Marlborough Across Flanders
Vendome led French field forces against Marlborough during a year of manoeuvres without a major battle.
Vendome Prevents Decisive Flanders Defeat
During the campaigning of 1707, Vendome avoided the major French collapse that had followed Ramillies.
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