 In 1813, he was in the rear of Miloradovich, covering the retreat of the Russian army from Lutzen to Dresden.During the Battle of Bautzen, Melissino was on the left flank and during the retreat of Russian army, he led the attack on French cuirassiers twice.On August 14, 1813 at Dresden, Melissino attacked the French Guards infantry and was killed at the head of his regiment, while bursting into the enemy's square.