Battle of Neukalen facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Battle of Neukalen
Part of the Pomeranian War (Seven Years' War)
Map over the Battle of Neukalen (with a description)
Date 2 January 1762 Location Neukalen, Germany Result Swedish victory
Belligerents
Sweden	Prussia
Commanders and leaders
Carl Constantin De Carnall	Wilhelm Sebastian von Belling
Strength
4,000	2,000
Casualties and losses
174	350

Map over the battle (cropped)

The Battle of Neukalen was an important fight during the Seven Years' War. It happened on January 2, 1762, in a place called Neukalen in Germany. This battle was between soldiers from Sweden and Prussia.

The Swedish army was led by Carl Constantin De Carnall. They faced the Prussian forces, who were commanded by Wilhelm Sebastian von Belling. The Prussians were set up on a hill near the town of Malchin.

What Was the Seven Years' War?

The Seven Years' War was a huge global conflict. It lasted from 1756 to 1763. Many powerful countries were involved. These included Great Britain, Prussia, and Hanover on one side. On the other side were France, Austria, Russia, Sweden, and Spain.

The war was fought in many parts of the world. Battles happened in Europe, North America, and India. It was a fight for power and control over land and trade routes.

Sweden's Role in the War

Sweden joined the war in 1757. They were part of the side against Prussia. Sweden wanted to regain lands they had lost to Prussia earlier. This part of the war was also known as the Pomeranian War.

The Battle of Neukalen

The Battle of Neukalen was one of the last fights between Sweden and Prussia in this war. It took place in the winter of 1762. The Swedish army aimed to push the Prussians out of the area.

Who Fought?

The Swedish army had about 4,000 soldiers. These included eight large groups of infantry, called battalions. They also had several hundred cavalry, who were soldiers on horseback. However, only about 2,000 Swedish infantry and 200 cavalry actually fought in the main part of the battle.

The Prussian army had more than 2,000 soldiers. They had five battalions of infantry. They also had two smaller groups of soldiers, called companies. A special cavalry unit, known as a hussar regiment, was also part of their force. This regiment had ten squadrons, which are smaller groups of cavalry.

How the Battle Ended

The Swedish forces were successful in this battle. They managed to defeat the Prussian soldiers. The Prussians were forced to retreat from their position on the hill.

Battle Results

The Battle of Neukalen was a victory for Sweden. It showed the strength of their army.

Casualties

Both sides had soldiers who were killed or wounded.

• The Swedish army had 37 soldiers killed. Another 137 were wounded.
• The Prussian army had 50 soldiers killed. About 120 were wounded. They also had 180 soldiers captured by the Swedes.

This battle was the final time Swedish and Prussian troops fought each other during the Seven Years' War.