Battle of Garigliano

The Battle of Garigliano, fought on December 29, 1503, was a conflict during the Italian Wars where Spanish and Papal forces, led by Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba, attacked a fortified Spanish garrison at the Garigliano River in Italy. The defenders, mostly Spanish soldiers loyal to France, sought to control a strategic crossing. The attacking forces used artillery and disciplined tactics to breach the defenses, leading to the surrender of the garrison. This victory helped the Spanish and Papal allies weaken French influence in Italy and secured their strategic position in the region.