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"The Centurions Vs The Hydra"
| "The Centurions Vs The Hydra" |
| Autore | Gennequin Major Philippe H |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2014 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (126 pages) |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Guerrilla warfare |
| ISBN |
9781782894322
1782894322 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa  |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto | Intro -- TABLE OF CONTENTS -- ABSTRACT -- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS -- CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION -- Background -- Definitions and Research Questions -- Significance -- Assumptions -- Books Review and Assessment -- Limitations -- Delimitations -- Conclusion -- CHAPTER 2 - THE FIRST CLOUDS OF A GROWING STORM -- An Exhausted Monarchy -- An Economic and Financial Crisis -- A Fragmented Society -- The Regeneration Policy, a Geopolitical Gambit? -- The Clash of Ideologies: Enlightenment versus Obscurantism -- A Complex Insurgency: The Peasant, the Greek Infant, and the Brigand -- The Insurgents' Tactics -- Conclusion -- CHAPTER 3 - SUCHET VS THE HYDRA -- Marshall Suchet as a Man and as an Officer -- The Province of Aragon -- Reshaping an Efficient Military Tool -- Counter-Guerrilla Methodology and Tactics -- Economic Development and Counterinsurgency -- Administration Management and Counterinsurgency -- Conclusion -- CHAPTER 4 - SOULT VS THE HYDRA -- Marshall Soult's Personal Background -- The Province of Andalusia -- The Military Instrument of Power in Counter-Guerrilla Warfare -- The Administrative Tool of Pacification -- Economic Issues and Counterinsurgency -- Conclusion -- CHAPTER 5 - THE SUCCESS OF A NASCENT DOCTRINE? -- Case-Studies Comparison. -- Significance and Measures of Success -- Common Practices -- Conclusion -- CHAPTER 6 - A BRIDGE TO THE COLONIAL WARS? -- Factors of Success -- French Counterinsurgency Problems -- Spain, the Craddle of the Africains -- GLOSSARY -- REQUEST FROM THE PUBLISHER -- APPENDIX A - MAPS -- APPENDIX B - GUERRILLA WARFARE, THEORETICAL APPROACH -- APPENDIX C - III CORPS, ORDER OF BATTLE -- APPENDIX D - ILLUSTRATIONS -- APPENDIX E - SUCHET'S OFFICIAL NOMINATION AS GOVERNOR OF ARAGON -- APPENDIX F - FRENCH PROPAGANDA -- BIBLIOGRAPHY -- Books -- Thesis -- Periodicals/Journals/Reviews -- Internet Sources. |
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Adventures in the Connaught Rangers. Vol. I
| Adventures in the Connaught Rangers. Vol. I |
| Autore | Grattan Lt.-Colonel William |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (198 pages) |
| Disciplina | 940.274 |
| Collana | Adventures in the Connaught Rangers |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Military history |
| ISBN |
9781908692740
190869274X |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- CHAPTER I. -- The Author leaves the depôt at Chelmsford, and proceeds to join his regiment in Portugal-The Samaritan-Arrival at Lisbon -Measures adopted by Marshal Junot-A night's rest-Portuguese barbers-Priest Fernando and Major Murphy-March to Aldea Gallega-First sight of the Connaught Rangers. -- CHAPTER II. -- Head-quarters of the 88th Regiment--Its losses from sickness-Unhealthy state of the country-Signal defeat of the Spaniards by the French-The British army leaves the Alemtejo-General Picton takes the command of the third division-Remarks on the general's cThe Connaught Boy and the goat. -- CHAPTER III. -- Inefficiency of the Spanish generals-The British force-Lord Wellington and the Portuguese regency-Preparations for invading Portugal-French force in the Peninsula-Lines of Torres Vedras-Their extreme importance-Summary of the results of British valour-ClaDescription of the Lines of Torres Vedras. -- CHAPTER IV. -- Movements of the French-Expectation of the English army evacuating Portugal-The French under Marshal Ney lay siege to Ciudad Rodrigo-Firmness of Lord Wellington in refusing assistance to the garrison-Assault on the fortress-Its surrender-French force undeRashness of General Crawford. -- CHAPTER V. -- Marshal Massena and his military arrangements-Lord Wellington and the Portuguese government-Disproportion of the British forces to the French-Judicious conduct of Lord Wellington -Anecdote of General Napier-Lord Wellington obliged to give battle- Relative positions of the French and English armies previous to the battle of Busaco. -- CHAPTER VI. -- Battle of Busaco-Remarks upon the battle-Conflicting statements of different writers-Adventure of Captain Seton-Alcobaca-Remarks on the battle. -- CHAPTER VII.
Occupation of the Lines of Torres Vedras-An Irish interpreter -Death of the Marquis de la Romana-Retreat of Massena's army from Portugal-Indulgence of Lord Wellington-The oldest subaltern in the world. -- CHAPTER VIII. -- Excesses of the French during their retreat-Battle of Fuentes d'Onore-Sir E. Pakenham, Colonel Wallace, and the 88th Regiment. -- CHAPTER IX. -- State of the town of Fuentes d'Onore after the battle-The wounded-News of General Graham's victory over Marshal Victor-General Brennier's escape from Almeida-Booty-The field of battle. -- CHAPTER X. -- Guerilla warfare -- its true character-General Beresford detached to the Alemtejo with the second division-The 13th Light Dragoons charge the cavalry of General Latour Maubourg-Olivenza surrenders-Frenchmen and Irishmen on a march-English regiments-Colonel Taking a rise. -- CHAPTER XI. -- Second siege of Badajoz-A reconnoissance-Death of Captain Patten-Attacks on Fort St. Christoval-Their failure-Causes of their failure-Gallant conduct of Ensign Dyas, 51st Regiment-His promotion by the Duke of York. -- CHAPTER XII. -- Affair of El Bodon-Gallant conduct of the 5th and 77th Regiments-Narrow escape of the 88th from being made prisoners -Picton's conduct on the retreat of Guinaldo. -- CHAPTER XIII. -- Retreat of the French army-Bombast of the French generals-Vultures on the field of battle-The Light Division and Private theatricals-Major Leckie and the musician-Privations -The Connaught Rangers and the sheep-Deficient kits-Military movements-Attack on a French division. -- CHAPTER XIV. -- Officers and serjeants-Fairfield and his bad habit-Regimental mechanism-Impolitic familiarity-Third division at the siege of Ciudad Rodrigo-Lieutenant D'Arey and Ody Brophy-The Irish pilot. -- CHAPTER XV. Spanish village accommodations-Progress of the siege-Picton's address to the Connaught Rangers in front of the breach-Lieutenant William Mackie and the forlorn-hope. -- CHAPTER XVI. -- Storm of Ciudad Rodrigo, gallant conduct of three soldiers of the 88th-Desperate struggle and capture of a gun-Combat between Lieutenant Faris and the French Grenadier-A Connaught Ranger transformed into a sweep Anecdote of Captain Robert Hardyman of the Excesses of the soldiers. -- CHAPTER XVII. -- Results of the siege of Ciudad Rodrigo-Lieutenant Gurwood and Lieutenant Mackie-Anecdote of Lieutenant Flack, 88th Regiment-His wound-Sale of the plunder-Army rest in cantonments. -- CHAPTER XVIII. -- Preparations against Badajoz-Description of this fortress-Its investment-Line of circumvallation formed in the night-Sortie of the garrison repulsed-Destructive fire of the besieged -Dreadful explosion from a shell-Indifference-Deaths of Captain MulcasterThe divisions of the British army. -- CHAPTER XIX. -- `State of the enemy's fort La Picurina from our fire-Attempt to storm it-Desperate defence of the garrison-It is carried by assault-Preparations for the grand attack-Frightful difficulties of the enterprise-The attack and defence-Slaughter of the besiegerBadajoz taken. -- APPENDIX. -- No. I The Battle of Busaco and the Third Division -- No. II. Reply to "Observations on some Passages in the Life of Sir Thomas Picton. -- No. III. To the Editor of the United Service Journal. -- No. IV. |
| Altri titoli varianti | Adventures in the Connaught Rangers |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910164252403321 |
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| San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 | ||
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Adventures in the Connaught Rangers. Vol. II
| Adventures in the Connaught Rangers. Vol. II |
| Autore | Grattan Lt.-Colonel William |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (199 pages) |
| Disciplina | 940.274 |
| Collana | Adventures in the Connaught Rangers |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Military campaigns |
| ISBN |
9781908692757
1908692758 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- CONTENTS OF VOLUME II. -- CHAPTER I. -- The sacking of Badajoz-Neglect of the wounded-Spaniards and their plunderers-Disgraceful occurrences-Calamities of War-Fine sayings of the Duke of Wellington-Extent of plunder-Martin of Galway, and his servant-Paddy Aisy's opinion of the Duke-The French consider the capture of Badajoz a mystery. -- CHAPTER II. -- Departure from Badajoz-The wounded left to the protection of Spanish soldiers-Subsequently removed to Elvas-Capture of forts on the Tagus-The author leaves Elvas to join the army-Spaniards and Portuguese-Rodrigo re-visited-A Spanish ball-Movements of MarsAmicable enemies. -- CHAPTER III. -- State of the opposing armies, previously to the Battle of Salamanca - Preliminary movements - Nelson at Trafalgar-Pakenham's division-The Duke of Ragusa's false movement-Pakenham engaged with the enemy's left-Defeats the division under General Thornier-ReComplete defeat of the French army. -- CHAPTER IV. -- Importance of the Battle of Salamanca-Consequences of defeat-Gallantry of Captain Robert Nickle-Pursuit of the defeated Army of Marshal Marmont-French Infantry in square broken and destroyed by Cavalry-March on Madrid-Frolics at St. Ildefonso-Sudden attacDisgraceful conduct of the Portuguese Dragoons. -- CHAPTER V. -- The British army approach Madrid-Enthusiastic welcome-. Preparations to carry by assault the Fortress of La Chine-It surrenders-Description of Madrid-The Puerto del Sol-The Prado-Unsociability of English officers-Seizure of a Spanish priest-Proved to be aHis execution by the garrotte. -- CHAPTER VI. -- Arrests at Madrid-Advantages of speaking French-Seizure of Don Saturio de Padilla by the police-The author effects his liberation-Bulls and bull fights-A bull day at Madrid -Lord Wellington in the Plaza de los Toros-A courageous bull. -- CHAPTER VII.
The entertainments of the Plaza de los Toros continued-A cowardly bull- Private theatricals-Frederick Meade--,-Horrors of amputation-Lord Wellington leaves Madrid-Qualities of French and English soldiers-The retreat from Burgos-Evacuation of the capital-Disasters of the retreat. -- CHAPTER VIII. -- Sufferings of the army on the Retreat-Jokes of the Connaught Rangers-Letter of Lord Wellington-The Junior Officers-Costume of the Author during the Retreat-An unusual enjoyment-Lord Wellington's censure on Officers of Regiments. -- CHAPTER IX. -- Shocking effects of excess in eating-The neighbourhood of Moimenta de Beira-Wolves--The author employed to cater for his regiment on St- Patrick's day-le attacked by wolves on his return-Measure for measure-The priest and his plate. -- CHAPTER X. -- Priests carousing-San Carlos gambling house at Lisbon-Cocking the card-The author quits the Peninsula-Arrival at Spithead--Visit to Vauxhall Gardens-The lobster feast-The priest of St. Omers-Pay of French priests-Adventures on the road-The author's returnIrish farmers. -- CHAPTER XI. -- Breaking up of the British Peninsular army at the abdication of Napoleon-Separation of the soldiers wives-The elopement-Thorp, the Drum-major-The Connaught Rangers embark for. Canada-Obeying orders-Provisions for the voyage-A comfortable fight-A main of cDr. Crowe's disaster. -- CHAPTER XII. -- Commencement of the voyage to Canada-Absence of the Commodore-Tempestuous weather-Excessive sea-sickness-Our Captain-Arrangements on ship-board-United Irishmen-Being fond of the button-Melancholy accident-The fleet in full sail-Culpable conduct of Lord GeDisastrous effects of the tempest. -- CHAPTER XIII. Dancing at sea-Employment of time-Curious cases of Somnambulism-Icebergs a-head-Alarm on the approach of a strange vessel-Our Ship visited by a Privateer-Her reception, and subsequent capture-A duel prevented-Scarcity of water-Stopping a run on the bank-TThe Somnambulist awakened. -- CHAPTER XIV. -- Cod fishing off Newfoundland-The Green family-Moll Thornpson's mark-Fine sport-Change of diet-Peggy Cleary's disaster-Repairing a broken nose-Symptoms of a storm-Arrival at the mouth of the St. Lawrence. -- CHAPTER XV. -- Jerry the pilot-Our ship strikes on a rock-Approach to Quebec -First impressions of the city-Superfluous stores-Description of Quebec-A relic of Wolfe-Abundance of fish-Preparations for a journey to Three Rivers-A love adventure-French reading of the English marriage service. -- CHAPTER XVI. -- Travelling between Quebec and Three Rivers-Arrangements on the road-Peasantry of the district-Description of Three Rivers-Convent of St. Ursula-Visit to Montreal-Indian village-Arrival of the troops at Three Rivers-Ragged heroes -Inefficiency of our fleetDiscreditable want of judgment in our Commanders. -- CHAPTER XVII. -- Departure from Three Rivers-Meeting old comrades-Sentimental reflections-The officers ball-Visit to Three Rivers to invite the guests-The sleigh party to the ball- Seasonable supply of noyeau-Rashness of O'Hara-Wonderful escape of Mrs. Gugy. A promising set of young men. -- CHAPTER XVIII. -- March to St. John's-A Yankee ball-A general row-A lady worth a Jew's eye-The officers' subscription for the banker's widow-The apothecary damaged-News in Canada of the return of Buonaparte from Elba-The Peninsular army unrewarded-The Connaught Rangers set sail for Europe. -- CONCLUSION -- APPENDIX. -- VINDICATION OF THE CONNAUGHT RANGERS FROM THE CHARGE PREFERRED AGAINST THEM IN THE LIFE OF SIR T. PICTON. |
| Altri titoli varianti | Adventures in the Connaught Rangers |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910164252303321 |
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Grattan Lt.-Colonel William
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| San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 | ||
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| Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II | ||
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Adventures of a Soldier; or Memoirs of Edward Costello, K.S.F. Formerly a Non-Commission Officer in The Rifle Brigade..
| Adventures of a Soldier; or Memoirs of Edward Costello, K.S.F. Formerly a Non-Commission Officer in The Rifle Brigade.. |
| Autore | Costello Edward |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (205 pages) |
| Disciplina | 940.274092 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | PublishingPickle Partners |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Military history |
| ISBN |
9781908692702
1908692707 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- CHAPTER I. -- Introduction of myself to the reader-To the service-Who would not be a Soldier?-A recruit-Wilkie-Cupid's Row-dow-The service endangered by another-Arrival at Liverpool-I am made prisoner, but not by the French-Recaptured by our sergeant-Lichfield round-hoGreat numbers of rank and file burnt alive. -- CHAPTER II. -- I join Captain O'Hare's company-He falls in a passion-The "fair" and "unfair" appointment-Disappointment-Things of a private nature-Tom Crawley-An example-The Hem-How to catch "flats" in "squads"-New way to tap a barrel-A Rifleman's plan for sweeping chimThe regiment embark for Portugal. -- CHAPTER III -- Tom Plunket's Military Career. -- CHAPTER IV. -- Arrival in Portugal-Crawford's forced marches-Teetotalism with a vengeance-The effect of the opposite extreme-Spanish mode of keeping a man from stealing wine-False reports-Talavera-We arrive the day after the fight-A battle scene-Sir Arthur Wellesley-GenGerman discipline. -- CHAPTER V. -- Old Trowsers-Sleeping and waking-O'Hare again-Colonel Beckwith-Two upon one-Meagher-Barba del Puerco-General Crauford taken by surprise-The Portuguese incorporation with the light division-Roderigo-Gallegos-The Beacon night scenes on picquet-Lord WellingtWe retreat to Fort Conception. -- CHAPTER VI. -- Villa de Mula-Night expedition to Villa de Puerto-Both parties retire,-Death of Colonel Talbot-A soldier's grave-The effects of a miscarriage-fort Conception blown up-A mistake and no mistake-Another mistake, a ball in the right knee-The bridge over the CWe arrive at Fraxadas, -- CHAPTER VII.
Mondego-The Coimbra-Figueras-The maggots-Lisbon-Battle of Busaco-Retreat to Torres Vedras-Lord Wellington's Generalship-Belem-Jack ashore and Jonathan also-Yankey and Lankey-Billy Mc.Crabb the Highland Kite and Lowland tail-Josh. Hetherington-Sperum Poco-Our enemies laugh at Tom in his glory. -- CHAPTER VIII. -- The enemy retire upon Santarem-We retire upon Vale-The Bridge over the Rio Mayor-The French out-lying sentries-Their camp ground-Comparative quietude-The still-Escape from assassination-Tom Crawley's Ghost-story-The "Death and Glory men"-The charms of a BA comment on both sides. -- CHAPTER IX. -- General Crauford leaves for England-Sir William Erskine takes the command-Mounseer Strauss-We enter Santarem-Scenes of horror-Mile posts of the "grande armee"-Retaliations of the Portuguese-Two upon one-Pombal-Smart work-German gallantry-Auction-A new divA return of favours. -- CHAPTER X. -- Our march upon Condacia-Tom Crawley again-Hot and cold-Affair of Casal Nova-Death of Major Stewart-The French continue retreating-The two brothers-Night scene-The French continue their havoc-The Cacadore-The Pet Goat-Lord Wellington again-Our old Colonel-Expedition and disappointment in search of a convoy. -- CHAPTER XI. -- Our advance videttes, and the French cavalry-Manoeuvring in front of Villa Formosa-The Suttlers and the Dragoons-Sergeant-Major Sharp-Morning of the 5th May-General Crauford returns-Portuguese welcome-Fuentes d'Onor-French Dragoons challenge to single comThe German fratricide. -- CHAPTER XII. -- Almeida closely invested by the 5th division, but not close enough-Evacuation by the French-Suicide of the Colonel of the 4th-Sabugal-We cross the Coa-The comet-Much ado about nothing-Tom Crawley's fears-March through Castello Branco-Portalegre, & -- c., to CCure for a skulk. -- CHAPTER XIII. Cold reception-Preparation to storm Rodrigo-I join the "Forlorn Hope"-The breaches-General Crauford killed-Uniacke mortally wounded-Major Napier wounded-Taking of the town-A rough customer-Wilkie again-Death of Wilkie-A gift-The left breach after the battWe enter El Bodon. -- CHAPTER XIV. -- Burial of General Crauford-Anecdote of Ladrone! Ladrone!-Corporal Miles-Burial of Uniacke-A French seat of honour in jeopardy-A wolf! a wolf!-Deserters shot-Scene of execution-March to Castello de Vide across the Tagus-Execution of Corporal Ormond for desA French curative or an ill-wind, & -- c. -- CHAPTER XV. -- Storming of Badajos-I join the Forlorn Hope again-Presentiments of Major O'Hare and Captain Jones-Their deaths-The Stormers-The Ladder-men-I am wounded-The French prisoner-O'Brien-Sacking of the town-Scene of horror-Reflections-The Duke of Wellington and His opinion of the British Soldiers. -- CHAPTER XVI. -- I recover from my wounds and rejoin my regiment at Ituera-"Nine holes"-March for Salamanca-Sergeant Battersby-The grenadier and the murder of his wife, & -- c., & -- c.-Marmont out-manoeuvred-Assault of Fort St. Vincent-Retreat of the enemy-We arrive at Rueda-ThePratt and his prisoner. -- CHAPTER XVII. -- Battle of Salamanca-My wounds break out afresh-I go into the Hospital at Salamanca-The Germans and their prisoners-A recognition-Michael Connelly-His death and burial-Josh Hetherington again-A new acquaintance-His accounts of the Guerillas, & -- c.-A keepsakeFinish of the Burgos retreat. -- CHAPTER XVIII. -- Head-quarters at Grenalda-Don Julian Sanchez, the celebrated Guerilla Chief-Weakness of our numbers-Incorporation of Spaniards into our regiments-A thief-Punishment of, and opinion of the men-General orders for a collection among the men and officers to rGerman brotherhood again. -- CHAPTER XIX. We encamp near Puebla, on the road to Vittoria-Battle of Vittoria-A man obliged to hold his jaw-Affair of Bayonets-The 88th-Blanco-Daly-French defeated-A prisoner rescued-The carriage of Joseph Napoleon-His wife, & -- e.-His baton-A prize-Attempt to rob me-SeRemarks, & -- c. -- CHAPTER XX. -- We encamp on the banks of the Bidassoa-Scenes on the water-edge-A narrow escape with a lady in question, "Ah there's the rub."-Tom Crawley and the biscuits.-Our 3rd battalion carry the heights of Vera-The French camp, "the last of the French"-The PyreneesDeath messengers fly fast. -- CHAPTER XXI. -- 9th December. Our picquets driven in-We are nearly outflanked-We retire-A rally under the eye of Wellington-Lieutenant Hopwood and Sergeant Brotherwood killed-Excellent feeling between the French and English soldiers-Consequent General Order-Johnny Castle"A Rifleman on the look out. -- CHAPTER XXII. -- We continue to pursue the enemy on their retreat-Halted on the second day-A carriage brings Soult and Peace-French troops disbanded-Friendly intercourse with our men-Castle Sarazin-Our men prefer the ground for a bed, in preference to a feather one-The FrTheir meeting and parting. -- CHAPTER XXIII. -- Quartered in Dover-Receive our new clothing, & -- c.-May, 1815-Receive orders to embark for Ostend-We arrive safe-Bruges-Ghent-Brussels-15th of June-Belong to the 5th Division under General Picton-Descend the wood of Soignies to Waterloo-Duke of Wellington arThe fair surgeon. -- CHAPTER XXIV. -- Brussels' hospitals-The British and French soldiers under amputation-I lose my finger-Another loss also-I leave the hospital and am removed to the Provost guard-The Belgian marauders bared to the skin-The point of honour-Sensation produced on their comradWe part. -- CHAPTER XXV. Disembark at Dover-Shorn Cliff Barracks-I am invalided, and pass the board at Chelsea-Augustine's arrival-Sixpence a day-Sir Andrew Barnard-Sir David Dundas-My hopeless condition-Blood-money-The Honourable Doctor Wellesley-Mr. Woodford-Augustine returns wDeath of Augustine. -- CHAPTER XXVI. -- I enter the British Legion as Lieutenant-I raise a regiment of Riflemen-Appoint the non-commissioned officers-Recruiting districts-The peer and the dustmen-General Evans thanks-Embark at Gravesend-Voyage across the Bay of Biscay-Arrival in Spain.-We land Lieutenant Robinson drowned. -- CHAPTER XXVII. -- Intention of the Spanish Government respecting our winter quarters-March to Vittoria-Enemy oblige us to go round-The rear of the legion engaged-Baggage divided from it-Commencement of the plunder at Bilbao-Arrival at Castro-Enemy supposed to be in the vicThe veteran Colonel. -- CHAPTER XXVIII. -- Vittoria as it then was-A bad wind that blows nobody any good-Rifles rather comfortable at first-Severe weather-Morning scenes and cries in Vittoria-The flogging system-Men not starved-A comparison of facts-Hospitals get crammed with sick-Singular economySharp winter of 1835. -- CHAPTER XXIX. -- Return to Vittoria-The mortality and state of the hospitals-Deaths among the medical officers-Scenes in the wards-Legion supposed to be poisoned-Don Jose Elgoez-His first ordeal-A discovery-Execution of the two bakers-Description of the "Garotta"-Legion mFrequent desertion. -- CHAPTER XXX. -- Sudden and unjust dismissal of the officers-Copies from General Orders-Spanish compliments to the French and British Legions-Cordova between two fires-Some French officers resign-Difference betwixt the British and French Legion-Parting moments between a FMy opinion of the Legion. -- CHAPTER XXXI. Embark for San Sebastian-A 32-pounder, and no mistake-A bloody farce-Brains where they were wanted, unfortunately-A prize-Arrival at San Sebastian-Anticipated attack-Colonel de Rottenberg taken ill-Major Fortescue-Opinions-His maiden speech-Two companies My letter to my wife. |
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Costello Edward
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| San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 | ||
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Adventures of a young rifleman in the French and English armies, during the war in Spain and Portugal, from 1806 to 1816 / / Johan Christian Mämpel
| Adventures of a young rifleman in the French and English armies, during the war in Spain and Portugal, from 1806 to 1816 / / Johan Christian Mämpel |
| Autore | Mämpel Johan Christian -1862 |
| Edizione | [Second edition.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | [Place of publication not identified] : , : Pickle Patners Publishing, , [2013] |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (263 pages) |
| Disciplina | 910.45 |
| Soggetto topico |
Soldiers - Germany
Peninsular War, 1807-1814 |
| ISBN | 1-78289-028-9 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910163347903321 |
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| [Place of publication not identified] : , : Pickle Patners Publishing, , [2013] | ||
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The American sharpe : the adventures of an American officer of the 95th Rifles in the Peninsular and Waterloo campagins / / Gareth Glover
| The American sharpe : the adventures of an American officer of the 95th Rifles in the Peninsular and Waterloo campagins / / Gareth Glover |
| Autore | Glover Gareth |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England : , : Frontline Books, , 2016 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (281 pages) |
| Disciplina | 940.270924 |
| Soggetto topico | Peninsular War, 1807-1814 |
| ISBN |
1-4738-8418-7
1-4738-8417-9 1-4738-8416-0 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Record Nr. | UNINA-9910162953103321 |
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Glover Gareth
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| Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England : , : Frontline Books, , 2016 | ||
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Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 to 1814-Vol. I
| Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 to 1814-Vol. I |
| Autore | Hamilton Thomas |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (207 pages) |
| Collana | Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 to 1814 |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 |
| ISBN |
9781782890072
1782890076 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- LIST OF PLATES -- Errata -- PREFACE. -- Contents -- NOTE. -- CHAPTER I. - HISTORICAL RETROSPECT. -- Historical retrospect.-Policy and state of Spain in the reign of Charles IV.-(character of Godoy-His attempt to excite the nation against France-His proclamation.-Determination of Napoleon.-Secret Treaty and Convention of Fontainebleau.-Demands of France Tardy reply of Napoleon to the letters of the King of Spain. -- 1803 -- 1783 -- 1788. -- 1804 -- 1805 -- 1806 -- 1807 -- CHAPTER II. - INVASION OF PORTUGAL. -- Invasion of Portugal by the French under Junot.-Advance on Lisbon.-Emigration of the Royal Family to Brazil.-Lisbon entered by the invaders.-Conciliatory conduct of Junot, followed by severity.-The House of Braganza declared to have ceased to reign.-JunotIts effect. -- 1807 -- 1808 -- CHAPTER III. - INVASION OF SPAIN. -- Spain entered by a second army.-Farther warlike preparations of Franca-Army of Catalonia.-Bad character of the French troops. -Army of Murat enters Spain.-Measures of fraud and violence employed by Napoleon-Sends Charles IV. proposals by Izquierdo.-SituatCharles IV. retires to Compiegne -- 1807 -- 1808 -- CHAPTER IV. - COMMENCEMENT OF HOSTILITIES IN SPAIN. -- Indignation of the people aroused-Dissensions between them and the French troops.-Tumult at Toledo.-State of Madrid, and alarm of the French generals.-Measures of Murat-Events of the second of May in Madrid.-The French troops fire on the inhabitants.-TheiPersonal worth of Moncey -- 1808 April to June -- CHAPTER V. - OPERATIONS IN ANDALUSIA. -- Dupont enters Andalusia-Route of his army-Defeats the patriots at Alcolea.-Sack of Cordova-Atrocities of the troops under Dupont-Pillage of Jaen-Dupont retreats to Andujar-Remarks on his position.-Castaños.-Attack on the patriots of Grenada.-Organization Violation of the terms of surrender. -- 1808 June to July.
CHAPTER VI. - OPERATIONS IN THE NORTHERN PROVINCES. -- Operations in the northern provinces-Measures adopted by Marshal Bessières to preserve tranquillity-Resistance of the peasants. -Defeat of Cuesta.-Surrender of Valladolid.-Merle defeats the patriots and advances to St. Andero.-Operations of Desnouettes agThe besieging army withdraws -- 1808 June to August -- CHAPTER VII. - OPERATIONS IN CATALONIA -- Catalonia.-Ebullition of popular feeling at Manresa.-Resources of the Catalans.-The Somatenes.-General Schwartz sent against Manresa.-The people muster.-Skirmishes.-Schwartz defeated at Bruch-Effects of this victory.-Insurrections become general in CataloObservations. -- 1808 May to August -- CHAPTER VIII. - OPERATIONS IN THE NORTH. -- Operations in the north of Spain.-Preparations in Gallicia for defence.-Junction of Blake and Cuesta-They advance an Rio Seco.-Army of Bessières.-Battle of Rio Seco-Its consequences and impolicy.-Subsequent movements of the armies -- 1808 June -- CHAPTER IX. - ADVANCE OF JOSEPH TO MADRID. -- Operations in Portugal-Rapacity of the French-Excitement of the people.-Insurrections.-The Spanish troops in Oporto revolt-Part of them disarmed,-Insurrection at Oporto and Algarve-Becomes general.-Proceedings of the Junta.-Procession of Corpus Christi, aEvora taken, and the inhabitants butchered -- 1808 June to July -- CHAPTER X. - OPERATIONS IN PORTUGAL. -- Assembly of Notables.-Reflections.-Joseph declared King of Spain.-Servile Homage of the Grandees.-Joseph comes to Madrid.-His cold reception.-He is publicly proclaimed.-The French resolve to retire behind the Ebro.-Reflections. -- 1808 June to July -- CHAPTER XI. - FIRST CAMPAIGN OF THE BRITISH ARMY. Landing of the British in Mondego Bay.-Advance to Leiria.-Situation of the French.-Conduct of the Portuguese authorities.-Opinions entertained by the patriots of the Peninsula of their English auxiliaries.-The British advance to Caldas.-Prepare to attack and strictures on the Convention of Cintra. -- 1808 July to August -- CHAPTER XII. - OPERATIONS ON THE EBRO. -- View of Spanish affairs.-Patriotic spirit of the nation unabated. -Appointment of a supreme Junta.-Violent measures of Cuesta-Proceedings and character of the Central Junta.-Inefficiency of the Supreme Junta.-Ill-founded confidence of the nation.-PreparatConduct of Ney. -- 1808 September to November -- MAPS. |
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Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 to 1814-Vol. II
| Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 to 1814-Vol. II |
| Autore | Hamilton Thomas |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (181 pages) |
| Collana | Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 to 1814 |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 |
| ISBN |
9781782890089
1782890084 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- Contents -- CHAPTER I. - CAMPAIGN OF SIR JOHN MOORE. -- Appointment of Sir John Moore.-Route of his army.-He arrives at Salamanca:-Is in great peril:-Deceived in his expectations of assistance:-Resolves to retreat.-Protest of Mr. Frere. -Interview of Sir John Moore with the Spanish Generals.-Morla.-ResolutionsObservations on the campaign. -- 1808 October to December -- 1809 January -- CHAPTER II.- OPERATIONS OF THE FRENCH ARMIES. -- Capitulation of Coruña, and surrender of Ferrol.-The French cross the Tagus.-The Duke del Infantado's arty.-Operations in Catalonia.-Vigorous measures of the Junta.-Palacio driven from the Llobregat.-Siege of Rosas by St. Cyr:-Capitulation.-St. Cyr marcheSt. Cyr advances to Tarragona. -- 1808 December -- 1809 January -- 1808 December -- CHAPTER III. - SECOND SIEGE OF ZARAGOZA. -- Second Siege of Zaragoza.-Preparations for defence.-Palafox refuses to surrender.-Progress of the siege.-The command of the French army assumed by Junot.-Distress of the Zaragozans.-Heroism of the women.-Palafox seized with fever.-The city given up. -- 1808 December -- 1809 January to February -- CHAPTER. IV. - CAPTURE OF OPORTO BY SOULT-BATTLES OF CIUDAD REAL, AND MEDELLIN. -- Remonstrance of the Court of Vienna.-Effects of the Peninsular campaign.-Services of Sir Robert Wilson.-Reinforcement of the Portuguese army.-Romana defeated at Monterrey.-Atrocities of the French on the capture of Oporto.-Conduct of the British governmenIts consequences. -- 1809 January to March -- CHAPTER V. - ATTACK AND CAPTURE OF OPORTO BY THE BRITISH. -- Landing of Sir Arthur Wellesley at Lisbon.-He is appointed to the supreme command in Portugal.-New era in the war.-Bridge of Amarante carried by the French.-Plan of Sir Arthur Wellesley.-He crosses the Douro.-The French driven from Oporto.-Movements of SoObservations. -- 1809 April to May.
CHAPTER VI. - OPERATIONS IN GALLICIA AND CATALONIA. -- Successes in Gallicia.-Capture of Vigo.-Romana enters Asturias.-Movements of the French armies.-Ney and Soult abandon Gallicia.-Occurrences in Catalonia.-Movements of Reding. -Battle of Valls.-Death of Reding.-He is succeeded by Blake. -Early successes ofGuerilla warfare and leaders. -- 1809 March to June -- CHAPTER VII. - CAMPAIGN OF WELLESLEY AND CUESTA -- Distribution of the hostile armies.-Description of the country between the Douro and the Tagus.-The British advance to Placentia and Majadas.-Repulse of Cuesta by Victor.-Cuesta falls hack on the British army:-Its danger.-The French determine to attack.-RObservations on its policy. -- 1809 June to September -- CHAPTER VIII. - OPERATIONS OF THE SPANISH ARMIES. -- Incapacity- of Cuesta.-He is superseded by Eguia-Position and strength of the armies.-Advance of Arisaigo.-Battle of Ocaña.-Its consequences.-Battle of Tamames.-State of Catalonia.-Siege of Gerona:-The siege converted into a blockade.-Suffering of the inhUnpopularity of the Supreme Junta. -- 1809 October to December. -- CHAPTER IX. - OPERATIONS IN ANDALUSIA. -- Recapitulation.-Speech of Napoleon to the Senate.-Preparations of France.-Gloomy prospects of the allies.-Hopes of Lord Wellington-His policy-Moves his head-quarters to Vizeu.-Soult enters Andalusia-Forces the mountain passes and enters Seville.-Cadiz savMovements of Romana -- 1810 January to April. -- CHAPTER X. - INVASION OF PORTUGAL BY MASSENA. -- State of public feeling in England.-The French armies reinforced.-Movements of Lord Wellington.-Massena prepares to invade Portugal.-Strength and character of' the hostile armies.-Position of Lord Wellington in Lower Beiria.-Siege of Ciudad Rodrigo:-Its gObservations. -- 1810 May to October -- NOTE. -- MAPS. |
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Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 To 1814-Vol. III
| Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 To 1814-Vol. III |
| Autore | Hamilton Thomas |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2013 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (218 pages) |
| Collana | Annals Of The Peninsular Campaigns, From 1808 To 1814 |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Military campaigns |
| ISBN |
9781782890096
1782890092 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Intro -- TABLE OF CONTENTS -- CHAPTER I. - ANDALUSIA-ARAGON-CATALONIA. -- Constitution and meeting of the Cortes at Cadiz.-Their proceedings.-Conduct of the Duke of Orleans.-Change in the Regency.-Expedition under Lord Blayney:-Its failure.-State of Murcia, Granada, the Asturias, Galicia, and Catalonia.-System of Marshal MacdonCapture of the Col de Balaguer by the French. -- 1810 August to January 1811 -- CHAPTER II. - PORTUGAL-RETREAT OF MASSÉNA -- Portugal.-Death of Romana.- Soult enters Estramadura.-Sur-render of Olivença.-Defeat of Mendizabel:-His conduct.-State of Masséna's army:-He breaks up from his position:-Is driven back from several positions.-Lord Wellington relaxes the pursuit. -Carries Atrocities of the French in their retreat. -- 1811 January to April -- CHAPTER III. - SIEGE OF BADAJOS-BATTLE OF BAROSSA. -- State of public opinion in England.-Appointment of the Regency.-Conduct of the Whigs.-Proclamation of Lord Wellington. -Siege of Badajos:-Its disgraceful surrender.-Mortier takes Campo Mayor.-Expedition from Cadiz against Victor.-Assembly of the combined Repulse of the French, and results of the battle. -- 1811 February to May -- CHAPTER IV. - BATTLE OF FUENTES-CAPTURE OF ALMEIDA. -- Masséna advances to relieve Almeida.-Position of the allies.-Battle of Fuentes d'Honore.-Masséna retires.-Observations on the battle.-Almeida invested.-Brennier escapes with the garrison.-Marmont succeeds Masséna.-Siege of Badajos.-The siege raised.-SoultLord Wellington retires to Caya. -- 1811 April to June -- CHAPTER V - OPERATIONS IN THE EASTERN PROVINCES -- Internal state of Spain.-Battle of Vals.-Recovery of Figueroa by the Spaniards -Campoverde defeated.-Siege of Tarragona-The city carried.-Massacre of the garrison.-Montserrat carried by assault.-Surrender of Figueras.-Igualada taken by the Spaniards.-D'ErSuchet approaches Valencia.
1811 January to September -- CHAPTER VI. - OPERATIONS IN THE WESTERN PROVINCES - IN ANDALUSIA, AND VALENCIA. -- Marmont and Dorsenne advance to relieve Ciudad Rodrigo.-Position of the allied army.-Ciudad Rodrigo relieved.-Affair of El Bodon.-The Allies retire on Guinaldo.-Lord Wellington falls back on the Coa.-Marmont retires to Ciudad Rodrigo.-Operations of Genera Conduct of Blake. -- 1811 September to January 1812 -- CHAPTER VII - SIEGE AND CAPTURE OF CIUDAD RODRIGO -- Measures of Lord Wellington for supporting his army.-Movements of Marmont-Siege of Ciudad Rodrigo by Lord Wellington-It is carried by assault.-Loss of the allies.-Gratitude of the Spanish nation.-Defeat of Lacy.-Reduction of Peniscola.-Success of Ballasteros at Cartama. -- 1812 January to February -- CHAPTER VIII. - SIEGE AND CAPTURE OF BADAJOS - ATTACK ON ALMARAZ. -- Plans of Lord Wellington-He besieges Badajos.-Its fall.-Observations.-Movements of Soult.-The Spaniards threaten Seville -Lord Wellington moves on Almaraz-Attack on Almaraz.-It is carried by assault. -- 1812 February to May -- CHAPTER IX. - OPERATIONS OF THE ALLIED ARMY - BATTLE OF SALAMANCA. -- Difference between the Emperor Alexander and Napoleon.- State and force of the French armies-Lord Wellington moves on Salamanca.-Siege of the Forts-Their capture.-Marmont retires behind the Douro.-Lord Wellington takes post on the Douro-Movements of MarmMovements of General Hill. -- 1812 May to August. -- CHAPTER X. - SIEGE OF BURGOS-RETREAT OF THE ALLIED ARMY. -- Perilous situation of Lord Wellington at Madrid.-He determines to retire to the north.-Siege of Burgos.-The Siege is raised.-Sir Rowland Hill retreats.-Movements of Soult and Jourdan.-The allied army retreats.-Action at Cabeçon.-The British cross the DourObservations on the conduct of Lord Wellington. -- 1812 August to December. CHAPTER XI. - ADVANCE OF LORD WELLINGTON-BATTLE OF VITTORIA. -- Relative state of the belligerents-Events in the north of Europe.-Napoleon baffled in Russia.-Military occurrences in Spain.-Preparations for opening the campaign.-Position of the allied armies.-Advance of the allied army.-The French driven from SalamancaHonours conferred on Lord Wellington. -- 1813 January to July -- CHAPTER XII. - OPERATIONS IN THE EASTERN PROVINCES. -- Events in the eastern provinces.-Suchet advances.-The allies advance on Castalla.-Suchet is repulsed.-Sir John Murray embarks for Tarragona.-Capture of the Col de Balaguer.-Siege of Tarragona.-The siege raised on the approach of Suchet-Observations on theAffair of Ordal. -- 1813 January to September -- CHAPTER XIII. - BATTLES OF THE PYRENEES. -- State of the war in relation to Franca-Soult assumes command. -The French army reinforced.-The situation of Lord Wellington becomes precarious.-Position of the allied army.-Soult assumes the offensive.-Attack on Maya.-Attack on Roncesvalles. -Retreat of tHis movements and retreat. -- 1813 July to August -- CHAPTER XIV. - CAPTURE OF ST. SEBASTIAN - SOULT DEFEATED AT ST. MARCIAL. -- Siege of St. Sebastian-Its capture.-Observations on the siege.-Movements of Soult.-Attack on St. Marcial.-Soult is defeated -- -Recrosses the Bidassoa -- 1813 July to August -- CHAPTER XV.- OPERATIONS IN THE SOUTH OF FRANCE. - EVENTS IN SPAIN. -- Lord Wellington crosses the Bidassoa.-The French driven back on Nivelle.-Proclamation of Lord Wellington.-Discipline enforced by him.-Soult's position on the Nivelle.-He is attacked by Lord Wellington.-Battle of the Nivelle.-The allied army go into cantonModeration of the Confederates. -- 1813 October to 1814 January -- CHAPTER XVI. - BATTLES OF ORTHEZ AND TOULOUSE. - CONCLUSION OF THE WAR. Position of the hostile armies.-Arrival of the Duke of Angouleme at the British headquarters.-Movements of the armies.-Soult takes post at Sauveterre.-Operations in front of Bayonne.-Passage of the Adour.-Soult driven back.-Battle of Orthez.-Retreat of thResults of the war. -- 1814 January to April. -- MAPS. |
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Campaign of the Left Wing of the Allied Army, in The Western Pyrenees and South of France, in the Years 1813-14; Under Field-Marshall the Marquess of Wellington
| Campaign of the Left Wing of the Allied Army, in The Western Pyrenees and South of France, in the Years 1813-14; Under Field-Marshall the Marquess of Wellington |
| Autore | Batty Colonel Robert |
| Edizione | [1st ed.] |
| Pubbl/distr/stampa | San Francisco : , : Wagram Press, , 2011 |
| Descrizione fisica | 1 online resource (103 pages) |
| Disciplina | 940.2742 |
| Altri autori (Persone) | PublishingPickle Partners |
| Soggetto topico |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
Military campaigns |
| ISBN |
9781908692634
1908692634 |
| Formato | Materiale a stampa |
| Livello bibliografico | Monografia |
| Lingua di pubblicazione | eng |
| Nota di contenuto |
Title page -- Preface -- Statement of the Army, by Brigades and Divisions, at the close of 1815 -- CHAPTER I. -- INTRODUCTION: consisting of a brief Account of the Events subsequent to the Battle of Vitoria - Positions of the contending Armies during the Siege of St. Sebastian - Marshal Soult attempts the Relief of Pamplona and St. Sebastian - Is repulsed. -- CHAPTER II. -- Lord Wellington determines on the Invasion of France - Arrangements for the Cooperation of the Navy - Arrival of Reinforcements at Passages - Description of its Situation, with a View of the Entrance to its Harbour - Description of the Scenery, near the M Passage of the Bidassoa on the 7th of October, 1813. -- CHAPTER III. -- Excursions along the Valley of the Bidassoa - Exposed Situation of the Troops - General Features of the Pyrenean Chain - News of the Surrender of Pamplona - Passage of the Nivelle, and Encampment at Guethary - Bad State of the Weather renders further Oper The Allies go into Cantonments. -- CHAPTER IV. -- Head-Quarters at St. Jean de Luz - Description of the Town and Harbour - The Pays de Labourt, part of the Country of the ancient Cantabri - Some Account of the Cantabrians, or Basques, and of their Language - The Basques return to their Homes - Description of Fort Socoa and its Harbour. -- CHAPTER V. -- Improved State of the Weather - Lord Wellington determines on establishing the Right Wing of his Army between the Nive and Adour - Operations connected with the Passage of the Nive, and Battles of the 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, and 13th of December, ending, i Precautions against Surprise. -- CHAPTER VI.
Marshal Soult withdraws his Right Wing into the intrenched Camp before Bayonne - Situation and Strength of the Camp - The French Centre and Left Wing extend along the Adour and Bidouze, and threaten the Rear of the Allied Right Wing - Partial Actions on t Formation of a Bridge of Vessels across that River, from the 21st to the 26th of February -- CHAPTER VII. -- Lord Wellington crosses the Gave D'Oleron and Gave de Pau, and Defeats Marshal Soult at Orthes, on the 27th of February - Close investment of the Citadel of Bayonne on the same Day, by the Left Wing, under Sir John Hope - Storms at the commencement of Mar Occupation of Bourdeaux by Marshal Beresford, and opening of the Gironde by the Squadron of Admiral Penrose. -- CHAPTER VIII. -- Continued Preparations for the Siege of Bayonne -- Farther Progress of the Marquess of Wellington -- Battle of Toulouse on the 10th of April -- News of the Termination of the War received from Paris on the 12th -- Sortie from Bayonne on the 14th of April The White Flag displayed at Bayonne on the 28th of April. -- CHAPTER IX. -- Description of the Scenery around Bayonne - Accident to the Bridge of Vessels - Method of catching Salmon at the Mouth of the Adour - The Blockade raised, and the Officers of the Left Wing admitted into Bayonne - Description of the City - Anecdote of its The Troops embark for England. |
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