Battle of Obilești(1807)
Background
Russia captured most of Wallachia at the beginning of 1807. Bayraktar led an Ottoman counter-offensive to recover territory, but was repelled at Obilești.
Campaign: Russo-Turkish War 1806–1812
Forces Engaged
The Battle
A significant engagement at the village of Obilești in Wallachia where Miloradovich's Russian forces defeated a larger Ottoman army that was attempting to relieve pressure on Ottoman positions north of the Danube. The battle consolidated Russian control over most of Wallachia.
The Battle of Obilești was fought in Obilești (now Valea Argovei), Wallachia (now Romania), between Russia and the Ottoman Empire as a part of the Napoleonic Wars during the Russo-Turkish War of 1806–1812.
Casualties & Outcome
Approximately 400 Russian casualties; approximately 2,000 Ottoman casualties
Russia achieved victory over Ottoman Empire.
The Russian Empire suffered a heavy defeat against Napoleon Bonaparte in the Battle of Friedland within the framework of the Fourth Coalition Wars on 12 June 1807. On July 9, 1807, Russia agreed to the Treaties of Tilsit The Russian Empire wanted to close the Ottoman front and started ceasefire negotiations with the Ottomans, signing an Armistice on 26 August 1807. The state of war between the parties officially paused for nine months and peace negotiations began.
Historical Record
Significance & Legacy
It consolidated Russian control of Wallachia; Alemdar Mustafa (Bayraktar) later became Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire — this was one of his formative military experiences; the battle prevented a significant Ottoman counterattack.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the Battle of Obilești?
- The Battle of Obilești took place in 1807. 2 Jun 1807 (O.S.).
- Who won the Battle of Obilești?
- The Russia were victorious against the Ottoman Empire.
- What was the significance of the Battle of Obilești?
- It consolidated Russian control of Wallachia; Alemdar Mustafa (Bayraktar) later became Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire — this was one of his formative military experiences; the battle prevented a significant Ottoman counterattack.