Battle of Kulevicha facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Battle of Kulevicha
Part of the Russo-Turkish War
Battle of Kulevicha
Date 11 June 1829 Location Kulevicha, Ottoman Empire near present-day Kaspichan, Bulgaria 43°15′26″N 27°6′58″E / 43.25722°N 27.11611°E / 43.25722; 27.11611 Result Russian victory
Belligerents
Russian Empire Moldavia Wallachia	Ottoman Empire
Commanders and leaders
Hans Karl von Diebitsch	Reşid Mehmed Pasha
Strength
26,000 Russians 7,000 Moldavians and Wallachians	40,000
Casualties and losses
1,000 killed and wounded	5,000 killed

The Battle of Kulevicha was a key event in the Russo-Turkish War. It is also known as the Battle of Kulevcha. This important battle took place on June 11, 1829. It was fought between the forces of the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire. The battle happened near the village of Kulevicha, which is now in modern-day Bulgaria.

The Battle of Kulevicha

The Russian army was led by General Hans Karl von Diebitsch. He was a German-born general serving the Russian Empire. Their goal was to help the city of Varna. Varna was about 40 miles west of Kulevicha and was under attack.

Ottoman Forces and Their Goals

The Ottoman forces were commanded by Reşid Mehmed Pasha. He was a high-ranking general from Georgia. The Ottoman army had several important tasks in Bulgaria. One main goal was to stop local uprisings. They also needed to relieve Varna from constant fighting. Another key mission was to prevent the Russian army from moving further into Bulgaria.

How the Battle Unfolded

General Diebitsch marched his Russian troops towards the Ottomans. The battle was fierce. The Ottoman soldiers found themselves trapped in a valley. This made it very difficult for them to fight effectively. They suffered many losses during the battle.

Russian Victory and Aftermath

The Russians achieved a clear victory. The Ottoman forces had to retreat after suffering heavy casualties. After this important win, General Diebitsch continued his advance. His next target was the city of Adrianople. This victory at Kulevicha was a significant step for the Russians in the war.