Courtesies Of War In Historic Armies
A historical survey recalls chivalrous acts between French and English forces from Fontenoy to Lisbon. Stories include courteous exchanges at Fontenoy, Talavera, Busaco, Coruna, Fuentes d Onor, and Lis bone, with officers bowing, notes on retreat rather than combat, hospital aid, and humane treatment of wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Napoleon
Spain
Portugal
England
Talavera
Rome
Nelson
Busaco
Crawford
Coruna
Benevento
Bedad
Fuentes d'Onor
Ines
Lisbon
Commissariat
Gal Dher
Desperate Irish Soldier Bravely Ventures Across Fortifications
In the Burgon siege a daring Irishman, driven by thirst, walked out between trenches holding an empty mug and signaling for relief from the besieged outposts. British engineers were weak and refreshment was scarce as prisoners and truce bearers moved under siege conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portain Mteans
Burgon
Salute and drink raids redefine siege behavior at San Sebastian
In trench warfare during the siege, a commander’s playful gesture of drinking in full view changed morale as besiegers began venturing out with mugs for a drink. During the first storming of San Sebastian an ambitious young officer was captured, and a French grenadier lauded the prisoner by kissing him in admiration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Sebastian
The Favorite Prescription Promotes Health for Women
A column extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for feminine nervousness and hysteria, claiming it cures inflammation and weakness. Also promotes Acker’s Blood Brew and a nasal catarrh treatment, with varied medical ads and patent remedy pitches.
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Etre
Lee
Dr. Pierce
Lief
Orean
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Numbers & Waterhouse
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Perrill
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Boise
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Wirphone
P. A. M. Gurl
Withgins
South End
Hdang
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Emmett Lynch
Ldaira
Weiser Dental
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City Feed Corral
Weiser, Idaho
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