The Life of His Grace Arthur, Duke, Marquis, and Earl of Wellington ... with Copious Details and Delineations, Historical, Political, and Military, of the Various Important Services in which He Has Been Engaged in ...J. and J. Cundee ..., [181-?] - Generals |
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Page 82
... retreat will tend to elucidate many of the most interesting occurrences . " October 21. - The retreat began at sunset of this day , and with the exception of a small force left to blockade the castle , the army was in full march with ...
... retreat will tend to elucidate many of the most interesting occurrences . " October 21. - The retreat began at sunset of this day , and with the exception of a small force left to blockade the castle , the army was in full march with ...
Page 329
... retreat . But as Lord Wel- lington was really situated , it was impossible for him ... to advance . He had indeed , through an effort of his genius , taken advantage of a favourable opportunity ,. and converted retreat into victory ...
... retreat . But as Lord Wel- lington was really situated , it was impossible for him ... to advance . He had indeed , through an effort of his genius , taken advantage of a favourable opportunity ,. and converted retreat into victory ...
Page 561
... retreat might have upon the minds of the rallying troops . Still did it appear proper to keep up the guns for some time longer , and not only to remain on the ground , but also to advance with the brigade to the support of the Spaniards ...
... retreat might have upon the minds of the rallying troops . Still did it appear proper to keep up the guns for some time longer , and not only to remain on the ground , but also to advance with the brigade to the support of the Spaniards ...
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