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News of Rhine and Alsace Maneuvers from July Letters
The afternoon post reports troop movements of Palisfi Cuirassiers and Saxon regiments toward Prince Eugene's army. Elector of Hanover detaches 15000 men to Upper Alsace with boats and a bridge. French crossings feinted at Lauter while marching north. Bavarian elector moves to Strasbourg to defend French lines. Reports from Parma note Sicilians resisting troop transfers. general mobilization and artillery prep continue at Mainz and Hanover camp. Numerous wagons, boats, and forage noted as authorities prepare for Rhine crossing.
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