Battle of Sablat facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Battle of Sablat
Part of Thirty Years War
Boucquoy at the Battle of Sablat by Karl von Blaas
Date 10 June 1619 Location Záblatí near Dříteň, southern Bohemia (present-day Czech Republic) Result Imperial victory
Belligerents
Holy Roman Empire	Kingdom of Bohemia
Commanders and leaders
Count of Bucquoy	Ernst von Mansfeld
Strength
5,000	3,200
Casualties and losses
650	1,500 dead or wounded

The Battle of Sablat (also known as Záblatí) happened on June 10, 1619. It was an important fight during the early part of the Thirty Years' War, specifically during the Bohemian Revolt. This battle took place near the village of Záblatí in what is now the Czech Republic. It was fought between an army supporting the Holy Roman Empire and a Protestant army from Bohemia.

What Was the Battle of Sablat?

The Battle of Sablat was a key event in 1619. It was part of the Thirty Years' War, a big conflict that lasted from 1618 to 1648. This war involved many countries in Europe. The battle was fought in Bohemia, a region that is now part of the Czech Republic.

The battle was between two main groups:

• The Holy Roman Empire's army, which was mostly Roman Catholic.
• The Protestant army from the Kingdom of Bohemia.

Key Leaders in the Battle

Two important commanders led their armies at Sablat:

• Count of Bucquoy: He led the Imperial army. His full name was Charles Bonaventure de Longueval, Count of Bucquoy. He was a skilled military leader.
• Ernst von Mansfeld: He commanded the Bohemian Protestant army. Mansfeld was known for his military campaigns.

How the Battle Unfolded

Before the battle, Mansfeld's army was on its way to help another general, Hohenlohe. Hohenlohe was trying to capture the city of Budějovice.

However, Count Bucquoy's Imperial army stopped Mansfeld. They met near the small village of Záblatí. This village is about 25 kilometers (15 miles) northwest of Budějovice.

The two armies then fought. Mansfeld's army was smaller, with about 3,200 soldiers. Bucquoy had about 5,000 soldiers.

What Happened After the Battle?

The Battle of Sablat was a clear victory for the Imperial army.

• Mansfeld's army suffered a big defeat.
• They lost at least 1,500 soldiers, who were either killed or wounded.
• Mansfeld also lost his baggage train, which carried important supplies.

Because of this defeat, the Bohemian army had to stop their attack on Budějovice. This battle was an important early win for the Imperial side in the Thirty Years' War.