Who commanded the Austrian army at the Battle of Ulm in 1805?
Karl Mack von Leiberich commanded an Austrian army of 72,000 men during the campaign. He surrendered his forces to Napoleon on the 20th of October after being surrounded.
Questions about Battle of Ulm
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did Napoleon surround the Austrian army at Ulm?
Napoleon had surrounded Mack's entire army by the 16th of October 1805. The surrender took place four days later on the 20th of October.
How many Austrians were captured or killed during the Battle of Ulm?
Some 20,000 Austrians escaped while 10,000 were killed or wounded and the rest made prisoner. Approximately 60,000 Austrians were neutralized within less than 15 days.
What was the result for Karl Mack von Leiberich after the surrender?
Mack offered his sword to Napoleon and presented himself as the unfortunate General Mack. He was court-martialed and sentenced to two years' imprisonment after the campaign concluded.
Why is the Battle of Ulm considered a strategic victory without major battles?
The French neutralized 60,000 Austrians in less than 15 days without engaging in a major battle. Historian Dupuy noted the issue was never seriously contested in tactical combat.