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Questions about Battle of Abensberg

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who commanded the Austrian army during the Battle of Abensberg on the 20th of April 1809?

Archduke Charles commanded the Austrian host at the Battle of Abensberg. He failed to issue orders from 11:00 AM until 6:30 PM while his forces were split by Napoleon.

What happened to Thierry and Schustekh's troops at Rohr on the 20th of April 1809?

Over 3,000 Austrians became prisoners including Thierry after their cavalry was routed near Rohr. Four cannon were lost when French chasseurs and cuirassiers cut down fugitives.

How many men did Archduke Charles lead across the Inn River into Bavaria on the 10th of April 1809?

Archduke Charles led a central mass of 209,600 men across the Isar at Landshut on the 16th of April. This force moved slowly but effectively from the frontier to the river over six days.

When did Napoleon arrive at the front to take control of the Grande Armée during the campaign?

Emperor Napoleon arrived at the front from Paris on the 17th of April to wrest control back from the archduke. He consolidated his forces immediately upon arrival to counter the Austrian advance.

Why did Hiller pull his three corps behind the Isar at Landshut that evening of the 20th of April 1809?

Hiller resolved to retreat because the extent of Thierry and Schustekh's disaster became known. This decision meant the Austrian left wing would operate independently from Archduke Charles' main body until May 15th north of Vienna.