First Battle of Polotsk

August 17–18, 1812 · First Battle of Polotsk

Saint-Cyr held Polotsk against Wittgenstein after Oudinot was wounded.

French Empire and allies

Coalition

Strength and losses

Casualties
2,500–6,000
Guns
150
Strength
17,000–22,000
Casualties
1,800–5,500
Guns
98
Guns lost
14

Also involved 1