The Siege of Cuneo: A French Setback in the Nine Years’ War
On June 28, 1691, the Siege of Cuneo ended with a major defeat for French forces during the Nine Years’ War. The French army had attempted to capture the strategic fortress city of Cuneo in Piedmont, but their efforts were halted when Imperial cavalry arrived to relieve the defenders.
The relief forces supported the troops of Victor Amadeus II, who successfully resisted the French assault. The retreating French army suffered heavy losses, with around 700–800 troops killed or lost during the failed operation.
The victory strengthened Savoy’s position against French expansion in northern Italy and demonstrated the importance of allied coordination between Imperial and Savoyard forces during the wider European conflict.