The village of Abrantes was captured on 24 November 1807 by French general Jean - Andoche Junot and used as base for further marshaling of French forces .
French general Jean - Andoche Junot was awarded a ducal title for his victory by Napoleon I in 1808 .
The village of Abrantes was captured on 24 November 1807 by French general Jean - Andoche Junot , who was awarded a ducal title for his victory by Napoleon I in 1808 , and used as base for further marshaling of French forces .