once more as at the Battle of Klyastitsy. It was a strategic Russian success, but tactically the battle ended in a draw. The First Battle of Polotsk should be distinguished from the Second Battle of Polotsk which took place during the same campaign two months later.

Prelude

After the battle of Klyastitsy and several minor losses, Oudinot's Corps retreated to Polotsk.

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