Turenne, in spite of the fire of the Imperialist artillery, led his troops in good order up the hill of Weinberg.

His horse was shot under him and his cuirass was struck, but not pierced, by a musketball.

On gaining the top of the hill a terrible fight took place between the Weimar and Hessian troops on one side, and the Austrians and Bavarians on the other.

The former showed valour in strong contrast with the conduct of their French allies; and after repeated volleys had been exchanged infantry and cavalry rushed upon each other and fought with bayonet and sword.

At last the first line of Imperialists gave way, but General Gleen brought up the second line and threw Turenne's first line into disorder, although they still maintained their ground.