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Gazette Of The United States
New York, New York County, New York
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On the 9th ult., at Avolax in Finland, Swedish forces under General Stedingk repelled a Russian attack, retaking batteries after initial loss. Russians suffered 100 killed, 40 wounded/prisoners including 5 officers; Swedes had 13 killed/wounded, 2 captains wounded, and 3 prisoners.
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In the first onset the Russians made themselves masters of the two batteries belonging to the Swedes; but they afterwards not only retook them but drove the Russians off, who lost 100 in killed, 40 wounded and prisoners; amongst the latter, are 5 officers. The Swedes loss is 13 killed and wounded; amongst the latter are two captains. One subaltern officer, and two of their artillery were taken prisoners.
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Avolax, In Finland
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On The 9th Ult.
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russians lost 100 killed, 40 wounded and prisoners including 5 officers; swedes lost 13 killed and wounded including two captains wounded, one subaltern officer and two artillery taken prisoners.
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In the first onset the Russians made themselves masters of the two batteries belonging to the Swedes; but they afterwards not only retook them but drove the Russians off.