Battle of Turaida (1211)

Battle of Turaida was one of the biggest battles of Livonian crusade between Estonian tribes and Livonian Brothers of the Sword. The battle took place around modern Turaida, Latvia.

Livonian Crusade
Date1211
Location
Turaida, Latvia
57°11′00″N 24°51′00″E
Result Livonian Victory
Belligerents
Sword-Brothers
Livonians
Oeselians and other Estonians
Commanders and leaders
Bernhard of Lippe ?
Strength
Unknown more than 300 battle ships, several thousands of warriors,
Casualties and losses
Low casualties 2,000 killed
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