Battle of Kaipiais

Battle of Kaipiais
Part of the Russo-Swedish War (1788–90)
Battle of Kaipiais
Date July 15, 1789 Location Kaipiais, Finland Result Russian victory
Belligerents
Sweden	Russian Empire
Commanders and leaders
Lars Fredrik von Kaulbars	Fedor Denisov
Strength
2,300 men	4,000 men
Casualties and losses
265 killed, wounded and captured	Unknown

The Battle of Kaipiais took place on July 15, 1789 during Russo-Swedish War (1788–90), between Sweden and the Russian Empire. The Swedes lost the battle and had to withdraw with a loss of 265 men.

References

• Mankell, J.: Finska Armeens och Finlands Krigshistoria