Clash of Steel
for Military History enthusiasts

Anniversaries for today :

• Dorylaeum (21 May 1097)
• Storming of Wakefield (21 May 1643)
• Aspern-Essling (21 May 1809 - 22 May 1809)
• Gospic (21 May 1809 - 22 May 1809)
• Bautzen (20 May 1813 - 21 May 1813)
• Convoys PQ16 - QP12 (21 May 1942 - 30 May 1942)

Welcome to Clash of Steel

"a website devoted to Military History, including an on-line database of military engagements and images from wars throughout history."

What is Clash of Steel?

This is an on-going, collaborative military history project and is constantly expanding. Click here for more information

We invite you to contribute articles or missing information that you feel should be covered. Click here to find out more or contact the Adjutant.

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Featured image : Towlaw War Memorial

War memorial dedicated to the fallen from Towlaw, Thornley, Sunniside, Hedley Hope, East Hedley Hope and Satley in County Durham.

Gallery updated : 11th Jun 2012

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Featured battle : Villach (24 August 1813)

A crucial position in this campaign was the town of Villach and its bridge over the river Drau. The French held it, then for some inexplicable reason gave it up. The small Austrian force then fought off all attempts to recapture it. Their use of cann...

Database updated : 14th Mar 2013

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