About Bussaco Battlefield
Bussaco Battlefield in Portugal was the site of a British-Portuguese victory against the French during the Peninsular War.
The Battle of Bussaco took place on 27 September 1810 and the allies were led by the Duke of Wellington. Visitors can see the headquarters of the French Marshal André Masséna and also visit the nearby military museum.
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