Kutuzov's Operations on the Siret (1790)(1790)
Regional placement. The pin represents a wider operational area, corridor, or theater rather than a single confirmed point.
Văile râului Siret, Moldova de sud — operațiuni dispersate pe front larg
Coordinate source: General Siret River geography
Background
While Suvorov besieged Ismail, Kutuzov was given command of an independent corps on the Siret river to prevent Ottoman counter-operations in southern Moldova.
Campaign: Russo-Austro-Turkish War 1787–1792
Forces Engaged
The Battle
Russian forces under the young Kutuzov conducted operations along the Siret river in Moldova, securing the Russian left flank during the Ismail campaign. Several small engagements eliminated Ottoman forces from the region.
The Kutuzov's Operations on the Siret (1790) was fought on Spring–Autumn 1790 as part of the Russo-Austro-Turkish War 1787–1792. Russia forces, commanded by General Mikhail Kutuzov, engaged Ottoman Empire forces under Comandanți otomani dunăreni. Russia fielded 15,000 troops against Ottoman Empire's 20,000. The Russia force comprised 11,000 infantry and 4,000 cavalry. The engagement was fought on văile râului Siret, Moldova terrain, employing operațiuni de curățire a flancului, ciocniri dispersate. The fighting lasted 120 days. It was a land engagement fought in spring. The defender adopted a delay posture while the attacker employed flanking. The battle resulted in a Russia victory. Casualties were estimated at 400 for Russia and 1,200 for Ottoman Empire. Notable Russia officers included Mikhail Kutuzov (General, Comandant al flancului stâng rus).
Casualties & Outcome
Approximately 400 Russian casualties; approximately 1,200 Ottoman casualties in several clashes
Russia achieved victory over Ottoman Empire.
Southern Moldova secured; Kutuzov gained experience commanding independently; the Russian left flank was protected during the Ismail campaign.
Historical Record
Significance & Legacy
It secured the southern approaches to Moldova during the siege of Ismail; it gave Kutuzov his first experience of independent operational command.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When was the Kutuzov's Operations on the Siret (1790)?
- The Kutuzov's Operations on the Siret (1790) took place in 1790. Spring–Autumn 1790.
- What was the outcome of the Kutuzov's Operations on the Siret (1790)?
- The Russia were victorious against the Ottoman Empire.
- What was the significance of the Kutuzov's Operations on the Siret (1790)?
- It secured the southern approaches to Moldova during the siege of Ismail; it gave Kutuzov his first experience of independent operational command.