The Battle of Hanau was fought Hostile_encounter from 30 to 31 October 1813 between Karl Philipp von Wrede ’ s Austro-Bavarian corps and Napoleon 's retreating French during the War Hostile_encounter of the Sixth Coalition .

Wrede attempted Hold to block Hindering Napoleon ’ s line of retreat Escaping at Hanau on 30 October .

Napoleon arrived at Arriving Hanau with reinforcements and defeated Conquering Wrede ’ s forces .