Battle of Ravenna

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Article abstract: Type of action: Ground battle in the War of the Holy League. Result: French victory and occupation of Ravenna.

From his Apennine hillside, Raymond of Cardona observed the French marching from the Po River south and turning east against papal Ravenna. He sent reinforcements into the city and descended to an area along the Ronco River that afforded his troops protection as they threatened the besiegers from the rear. His heavy cavalry under Fabrizio Colonna formed his left flank, almost touching the Ronco, his light cavalry under Fernando Pescara...

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