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Reenactment of the Battle of Austerlitz

Video. Battle of Austerlitz reenactment draws record numbers of participants

Updated: 04/12/2023 - 12:54 GMT+1

Thousands flocked to Santon Hill for the annual reenactment of the Battle of Austerlitz. This year's commemoration is the largest since 2015, with some 1200 history enthusiasts participating from 15 different countries.

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