Battle of Breitenfeld, Battle site in Germany
The Battle of Breitenfeld was a decisive victory for the Swedish army under King Gustavus Adolphus.
Fought on September 17, 1631, it was a major battle of the Thirty Years' War.
The battle marked the rise of Sweden as a great power and influenced warfare tactics.
The battlefield is now a point of historical contemplation and education.
Breitenfeld is often referred to as the Protestant Empire's military breakthrough.
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Thirty Years' War
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51.40000,12.33333
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August 31, 2026 12:12
