The water was shallow, and the king, going about among them, quickly restored order and discipline, and, charging in solid formation, they drove the cavalry back and advanced across the plain.

Steinau recalled his troops and posted them in a strong position, one flank being covered by a marsh and the other by a wood.

He had time to effect his arrangements, as Charles was compelled to wait until the whole of his troops were across.

As soon as they were so, he led them against the enemy.
The battle was a severe one, for the Swedes were unprovided with artillery, and the Saxons, with the advantages of position and a powerful artillery, fought steadily.

Three times Marshal Steinau led his cavalry in desperate charges, and each time almost penetrated to the point where Charles was directing the movements of his troops; but, at last, he was struck from his horse by a blow from the butt end of a musket; and his cuirassiers, with difficulty, carried him from the field.