Army of the Rhine (1870)
The Army of the Rhine (French: Armée du Rhin) was a French military unit that fought in the Franco-Prussian War. It was created after the declaration of war on July 18 1870.
| Armée du Rhin (Army of the Rhine) | |
|---|---|
Commander of the Army, Marshal Bazaine | |
| Active | 1870 |
| Country | France |
| Allegiance | Second French Empire |
| Branch | French Army |
| Engagements | Franco-Prussian War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Maréchal de France Bazaine |
The unit participated in combats in Lorraine, then divided to form a second army, the Army of Châlons.
The Army of the Rhine surrendered on 27 October at the Siege of Metz.
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