Kaart van de slag bij Denain, 1712 1712

This anonymous 1712 map, "Plan van de Bataillie by Denain," depicts the Battle of Denain, which took place on July 24, 1712. The detailed plan shows the French offensive against the Dutch and Austrian forces, and includes a list of units involved in the battle. The map is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the tactics and formations employed during this significant battle of the War of the Spanish Succession. The detailed design features both the landscape and the military formations, with the key elements of the battle labeled in Dutch and French. It's a fascinating piece of historical cartography that highlights the importance of mapping in understanding and interpreting military history.