Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A specific historical military engagement: The Battle of Hohenlinden was a significant conflict fought on December 3, 1800, during the French Revolutionary Wars (often grouped within the broader Napoleonic Wars). It resulted in a decisive victory for the French army, led by General Jean Moreau, over the Austrian forces.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Battle of Hohenlinden was a masterclass in military maneuver.
  • After the defeat at the Battle of Hohenlinden, Austria was forced to sue for peace.
  • Historians often study the Battle of Hohenlinden for its impact on the War of the Second Coalition.

Advanced Usage

• Used as a historical reference point: The term is used to denote a turning point or a specific example of military strategy.
  • His decisive victory was compared to the Battle of Hohenlinden.
• In academic or historical context: It is primarily used in historical writing, documentaries, and discussions about the Napoleonic era.
  • The chapter analyzes the consequences of the Battle of Hohenlinden.

Variants and Related Words

• Hohenlinden: The name of the town in Bavaria, Germany, where the battle took place. Can be used separately to refer to the location.
• Battle of Marengo: Another decisive battle fought in the same year (1800) during the Napoleonic Wars.

Synonyms

• Hohenlinden (when context clearly refers to the battle).
• The Battle of December 3, 1800 (a descriptive synonym).

Related Phrases

• Battle during the Napoleonic Wars: A descriptive phrase categorizing the event.
• Decisive French victory: A phrase often associated with describing the battle's outcome.

Noun

1. a battle during the Napoleonic Wars (1800); the French defeated the Austrians