Battle of Malplaquet

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:noble_title
gptkbp:aftermath temporary Allied control of the region
gptkbp:associated_with the decline of French military dominance
gptkbp:casualties approximately 20,000
approximately 30,000 French troops
approximately 20,000 Allied troops
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:noble_title
gptkb:military_officer
gptkb:Prince_Eugene_of_Savoy
gptkbp:commander gptkb:noble_title
gptkb:Prince_Eugene_of_Savoy
gptkb:Marshal_Villars
gptkbp:contributed_to the eventual Treaty of Utrecht
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in documentaries
inspired songs and poems
mentioned in literature
analyzed in military studies
subject of reenactments
gptkbp:date 1709
September 11, 1709
gptkbp:depicted_in gptkb:Historical_Society
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Battle_of_Villaviciosa
gptkbp:fought_in September 11, 1709
gptkbp:historical_context involved multiple European powers
led to changes in military tactics
reflected the political alliances of the time
shaped the balance of power in Europe
part of the larger conflict over the Spanish throne
part of the larger conflict between France and the Grand Alliance
gptkbp:historical_figure documented by various historians
gptkbp:historical_impact influenced future military strategies
shaped future European conflicts
gptkbp:historical_significance demonstrated the effectiveness of coalition warfare
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of Malplaquet
gptkbp:influenced future military engagements in the region
military tactics in Europe
subsequent military engagements in Europe
subsequent military strategies in the war
gptkbp:inspired gptkb:literature_and_art
gptkbp:involved_forces over 100,000 troops
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in military history studies
its leadership decisions
its logistical challenges
its tactical innovations
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in memorials in France
various monuments in France
gptkbp:is_discussed_in military strategy courses
historical documentaries
academic journals on military history
gptkbp:is_featured_in military reenactments
documentaries about the War of the Spanish Succession
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:cavalry_charges
over 100,000 troops
infantry and cavalry units
strategic planning by commanders
gptkbp:is_referenced_in a turning point in the war
gptkbp:legacy considered a turning point in the war
increased prestige for Marlborough and Eugene
gptkbp:location gptkb:Malplaquet,_France
gptkbp:notable_event high casualties on both sides
intense hand-to-hand combat
the use of artillery
use of artillery by both sides
the coordination between Allied forces
gptkbp:notable_for the bravery of soldiers
the impact on civilian populations
the role of supply lines
high number of casualties
the aftermath of the battle.
the use of trenches
gptkbp:outcome decisive but costly victory for the Allies
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:War_of_the_Spanish_Succession
gptkbp:preceded_by gptkb:Battle_of_Oudenarde
gptkbp:reports_to contemporary historians
gptkbp:result Allied victory
gptkbp:resulted_in territorial changes in Europe
gptkbp:significance one of the bloodiest battles of the war
gptkbp:strategic_importance control of the Spanish Netherlands
defeat the French forces
control of the Low Countries
gptkbp:succeeded_by gptkb:Battle_of_Tournai
gptkbp:tactics defensive positions by the French
entrenchments used by the French
flanking maneuvers by the Allies
use of reserves by the Allies
entrenchment by the French
gptkbp:was_marked_by intense fighting