Battle of Strasbourg

The Battle of Strasbourg took place in August 1870 during the Franco-Prussian War. French forces attempted to defend the strategic city of Strasbourg from advancing Prussian troops. Despite initial resistance, the Prussians, well-coordinated and numerically superior, ultimately overwhelmed the French defenders. The fall of Strasbourg marked a significant early victory for Prussia, helping to tilt the war’s balance in their favor. This battle showcased Prussian military efficiency and contributed to their eventual victory, leading to the unification of Germany and the fall of the Second French Empire.