In 1812 colonel Albrecht commanded a cavalry regiment formed from reserve dragoon, lancer and hussar squadrons. From 18 to 20 October 1812, during the Russian victory over the French and Bavarians at the Second Battle of Polotsk, his regiment seized 12 guns but he was wounded in his right hand. On 23 December 1812 he was awarded the Order of St. George 4th class. Albrecht also took an active part in harassing the Grande Armée during its crossing of the Berezina River. 1812 also saw him granted the Order of Leopold.