Siege and Capture of Brăila (1770)(1770)
Background
After the decisive victory at Cahul, Russia pursued the capture of Ottoman fortress systems along the Danube to consolidate control over the Danubian Principalities.
Campaign: Russo-Turkish War 1768–1774
Forces Engaged
The Battle
Following the victory at Cahul, Russian forces under Repnin besieged and captured the important Danubian fortress of Brăila, which served as a major Ottoman supply base for operations in Wallachia.
Casualties & Outcome
Approximately 500 Russian casualties; approximately 2,000 Ottoman casualties (dead and captured)
Russia achieved victory over Ottoman Empire.
Russia controlled the main Lower Danube crossings for four years; Brăila served as a Russian supply base; returned to the Ottoman Empire through the Treaty of Küçük Kaynarca.
Significance & Legacy
It secured Russian control of the crossings and supply lines on the Lower Danube; Brăila remained under Russian control until the peace negotiations of 1774.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the Siege and Capture of Brăila (1770)?
- The Siege and Capture of Brăila (1770) took place in 1770. Aug–Nov 1770.
- Who won the Siege and Capture of Brăila (1770)?
- The Russia were victorious against the Ottoman Empire.
- What was the significance of the Siege and Capture of Brăila (1770)?
- It secured Russian control of the crossings and supply lines on the Lower Danube; Brăila remained under Russian control until the peace negotiations of 1774.