Austrian troops at Karánsebes in 1788 accidentally fought against each other in a bizarre and comical battle, leading to a disastrous friendly fire incident with many casualties – a truly unique and surprising episode in military history.

Austrian troops at Karánsebes in 1788 accidentally fought against each other in a bizarre and comical battle, leading to a disastrous friendly fire incident with many casualties – a truly unique and surprising episode in military history.