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| − | == | + | {{Infobox military conflict |
| + | | conflict = | ||
| + | | width = | ||
| + | | partof = [[Pavulturilori Folkon War]] | ||
| + | | image = FolkonianEmpire1stAttack.jpg | ||
| + | | image_size = 300 | ||
| + | | caption = a dipiction of the seige | ||
| + | | date = {{Plainlist| | ||
| + | * 1749 september 9 - 1750 February 15 | ||
| + | * ({{Age in years, months, weeks and days|year1=1749|month1=9|day1=9|year2=1755|month2=2|day2=15|}}) | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | | place = [[Călimălintin]], [[Zamănești Commissariate|Southern Zamănești]], [[Pavulturilor|Modern-day Pavulturilor]] | ||
| + | | territory = | ||
| + | | result = Folkonian Victory | ||
| + | | status = | ||
| + | | combatant1 = {{flagdeco|Pavulturilor|kingdom}} [[Kingdom of Pavulturilor]] | ||
| + | | combatant2 = {{flagdeco|Tumland|folkon}} [[Folkonian Empire]] | ||
| + | | commander1 = {{flagdeco|Pavulturilor|kingdom}} [[Kingdom of Pavulturilor]] [[Amit Cohen]] | ||
| + | | commander2 = {{flagdeco|Tumland|folkon}} [[Folkonian Empire]] [[Junaid Ahmad]] | ||
| + | | units1 = [[File:House Melekh COA.jpg|23px]] [[House Melekh of Pavulturilor|House Melekh]] | ||
| + | | units2 = [[Army of the Folkonian Empire|Folkonian Army]] | ||
| + | | strength1 = 15,000 soldiers | ||
| + | | strength2 = 300,000 soldiers | ||
| + | | casualties1 = 14,900 Soldiers and approximatly 30,000 more civilians | ||
| + | | casualties2 = aproximately 90,000 | ||
| + | | campaignbox = | ||
| + | }} | ||
| − | The Siege of Călimălintin was | + | The Siege of Călimălintin was the first military engagement of the [[Pavulturilori Folkon War]]. It marked the first major battle between the two forces and had a decisive impact on the early stages of the conflict. The siege took place in the city of [[Călimălintin]], a border city located 15 kilometers into Pavulturilor |
| + | ==Background== | ||
| − | + | In the early 18th century, the [[Folkonian Empire]], led by King [[Makon I]], sought to expand its influence and territory. With a desire to establish dominance over neighboring lands, the Folkonians set their sights on the [[Kingdom of Pavulturilor]], a country known for its rich and vast resources. The Folkonians launched a surprise invasion, aiming to quickly overpower the Pavulturiloris and assert their control. | |
| − | + | ==The Siege== | |
| + | The Siege of Călimălintin commenced as the Folkonian forces surrounded the city, cutting off supply lines and isolating the Pavulturilorians within their walls. The Pavulturilorians, aware of the approaching Folkonian army, have fortified the city, sent a small force of 100 men to call for aid from other forces, while the remaning forces prepared for an imminent attack. Possessing superior firepower, including muskates and cannons, the pavulturilorians had a significant advantage over the more primitive Folkonian forces, which were still equipped with spears and axes. | ||
| − | + | At first the Folkonians sought to charge straight at the city's walls, which resulted in stagerring casualties, after the initial assault, they resorted to try and starve the defenders and residents of the city, and after a period of 5 months, the folkoans mounted a second assault on the city, this time, utalising the cover of night to their advangate, soon enough, chaos and panic spread throught the city as houses were set ablaze by the Folkonain infultrators, eventually the defenders were routed to the town hall, where they were burned alive. | |
| − | + | ==Outcome== | |
| − | + | Despite the Pavulturilorians' superior weaponry, the overwhelming numirical superiority of the Folkonians, who outnumbered the defenders ten to one, proved to be a critical compounent in their battle doctrine. The Folkonian forces, driven by their numerical advantage and fierce determination, managed to gain control of the city. | |
| − | + | The Siege of Călimălintin resulted in a decisive victory for the Folkonian Empire. The successful capture of the city allowed the Folkonians to establish a strong foothold in Pavulturilori territory and pave the way for further advancements in their invasion. The battle demonstrated the effectiveness of the Folkonian tactics, as their sheer numbers compensated for the Pavulturilorians' superior firepower. | |
| − | == | + | ==Legacy== |
| + | The Siege of Călimălintin remains a noteworthy event in the history of both [[Tumland]] and the [[Pavulturilor]]. It marked the beginning of a prolonged and brutal conflict between the two countries, with the Folkonians progressively expanding their control over Pavulturilori lands. The battle highlighted the importance of numirical advantage, as well as the determination and resilience of the Folkonian forces. | ||
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| − | + | [[Category:Pavulturilor]] | |
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Latest revision as of 04:55, 2 August 2023
| Siege of Călimălintin | |||||||
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| Part of Pavulturilori Folkon War | |||||||
 a dipiction of the seige | |||||||
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| Belligerents | |||||||
 Kingdom of Pavulturilor |
 Folkonian Empire | ||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||
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Kingdom of Pavulturilor Amit Cohen |
Folkonian Empire Junaid Ahmad | ||||||
| Units involved | |||||||
| 23px House Melekh | Folkonian Army | ||||||
| Strength | |||||||
| 15,000 soldiers | 300,000 soldiers | ||||||
| Casualties and losses | |||||||
| 14,900 Soldiers and approximatly 30,000 more civilians | aproximately 90,000 | ||||||
The Siege of Călimălintin was the first military engagement of the Pavulturilori Folkon War. It marked the first major battle between the two forces and had a decisive impact on the early stages of the conflict. The siege took place in the city of Călimălintin, a border city located 15 kilometers into Pavulturilor
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Background
In the early 18th century, the Folkonian Empire, led by King Makon I, sought to expand its influence and territory. With a desire to establish dominance over neighboring lands, the Folkonians set their sights on the Kingdom of Pavulturilor, a country known for its rich and vast resources. The Folkonians launched a surprise invasion, aiming to quickly overpower the Pavulturiloris and assert their control.
The Siege
The Siege of Călimălintin commenced as the Folkonian forces surrounded the city, cutting off supply lines and isolating the Pavulturilorians within their walls. The Pavulturilorians, aware of the approaching Folkonian army, have fortified the city, sent a small force of 100 men to call for aid from other forces, while the remaning forces prepared for an imminent attack. Possessing superior firepower, including muskates and cannons, the pavulturilorians had a significant advantage over the more primitive Folkonian forces, which were still equipped with spears and axes.
At first the Folkonians sought to charge straight at the city's walls, which resulted in stagerring casualties, after the initial assault, they resorted to try and starve the defenders and residents of the city, and after a period of 5 months, the folkoans mounted a second assault on the city, this time, utalising the cover of night to their advangate, soon enough, chaos and panic spread throught the city as houses were set ablaze by the Folkonain infultrators, eventually the defenders were routed to the town hall, where they were burned alive.
Outcome
Despite the Pavulturilorians' superior weaponry, the overwhelming numirical superiority of the Folkonians, who outnumbered the defenders ten to one, proved to be a critical compounent in their battle doctrine. The Folkonian forces, driven by their numerical advantage and fierce determination, managed to gain control of the city.
The Siege of Călimălintin resulted in a decisive victory for the Folkonian Empire. The successful capture of the city allowed the Folkonians to establish a strong foothold in Pavulturilori territory and pave the way for further advancements in their invasion. The battle demonstrated the effectiveness of the Folkonian tactics, as their sheer numbers compensated for the Pavulturilorians' superior firepower.
Legacy
The Siege of Călimălintin remains a noteworthy event in the history of both Tumland and the Pavulturilor. It marked the beginning of a prolonged and brutal conflict between the two countries, with the Folkonians progressively expanding their control over Pavulturilori lands. The battle highlighted the importance of numirical advantage, as well as the determination and resilience of the Folkonian forces.
