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The Battle of Salamanca was a significant battle that took place during the Peninsular War on July 22, 1812. It was fought between the British and Portuguese forces, led by General Arthur Wellesley (later known as the Duke of Wellington), and the French army commanded by Marshal Auguste Marmont. The battle resulted in a decisive victory for the British, leading to the retreat of the French forces from Spain. This victory played a crucial role in the eventual defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte's forces in the Peninsular War.