Battle of Dybbøl

The Battle of Dybbøl was a significant conflict during the Second Schleswig War in 1864 between Denmark and Prussia (supported by Austria). Danish forces fortified a strategic position at Dybbøl Hill in southern Denmark. Prussian and Austrian troops besieged and eventually stormed the fort after intense fighting, leading to a Danish defeat. The victory helped Prussia and Austria gain control of the duchies of Schleswig and Holstein, shifting regional power and contributing to the unification of Germany. The battle is remembered as a pivotal moment in Danish history and military history.