Irinian Wood Ambush

This early battle in the Union War gave the Union of Free Cities the early advantage in the war. An Alliance army of around 20.000 was ambushed and completely destroyed by Union forces. The battle was Lord-Commander Leopold's first great victory. His reputation was immoralized by the success.

Included under Conflict

Union War

Conflict Type

Battle

Battlefield Type

Land

Start Date

12.05.1000

Conflict Result

Decisive Union Victory

Location

Island of Aldire

Belligerents

Alliance

• The Alliance

Union

• Church of Sol

Led by

• Lord-Commander Leopold

Strength

Ca 20.000

Ca 15.000

Casualties

10 - 15.000 killed

5000 + captured

Light

Objectives