Battle of Rocroi

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Definition

Proper noun A significant military engagement that occurred in 1643 during the Thirty Years' War, in which the French army achieved a decisive victory over the Spanish forces.

Usage

This term is used to refer specifically to this historical event. It functions as a proper noun, the name of the battle. * The Battle of Rocroi is often cited as marking the end of Spanish military dominance in Europe. * Military historians study the tactics used at the Battle of Rocroi.

Advanced Usage
  • The term can be used metonymically to represent a pivotal or decisive confrontation.
    • The courtroom clash became the legal Battle of Rocroi for the firm, shattering their unbeaten record.
Variants and Related Words
  • Rocroi: The name of the fortified town in northern France where the battle took place.
  • The Battle of Rocroi is sometimes simply called Rocroi in historical contexts.
Synonyms
  • Engagement at Rocroi
  • The Battle of Rocroi (1643)
Related Phrases
  • Decisive battle: A battle that determines the final outcome of a conflict.
  • Turning point: A moment of significant change, often used to describe the impact of this battle.
Noun
  1. a battle in the Thirty Years' War (1643); the French defeated the Spanish invaders

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