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10th Hussars Charge at Benavente
Sir John Moore's venture into Portugal and Spain ended in his successful withdrawal to Corruna. But the French Army, led by Napoleon and Soult were close on his heels.
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The Flying Hussar
With 48 victories Werner Voss was ranked 4th of the German aces, but was destined not to survive the war.
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Hussar About Town. 1
The 'Hussar' lets us into the secret of one of his favourite haunts for an intimate dinner for two; a small mews restaurant hidden away in the heart of London's Mayfair. Lose the calories afterwards by exercising a horse on Rotten Row in leafy Hyde Park or playing a game of Real Tennis down by the Thames Embankment.
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The Battle of Balaklava Part 5 - The Charge of the Light Brigade
It was magnificent but it was not war - it was madness.
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Dont Hang up Your Spurs
in the opening battles of world war two cavalry was deemed worthless. However it never faded from use and still has a place.
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Hussar About Town. 2.
The 'Hussar' enjoys Thai cuisine in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter and London, visits the Royal Academy and the Arts Club Summer Exhibitions, contemplates the art of Sir Peter Blake CBE, Ruralists Annie Ovenden and Ann Arnold, and sees Queens at Royal Ascot.
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Interesting Sculptures in Buda's Castle District
The Castle District has some interesting sculptures, which show pictures of the Hungarian History and Fine Arts.
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The Orders of Battle at Balaklava
We agreed in discussion pages to update the Orders of Battle before battles, so this listing identifies the units involved both directly and indirectly at Balaklava.

The British Army in 1854 - Part 2
An introduction to the main elements of the Army, their functions, tactics and weaponry.
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The Russian Army in 1854 - Part 2
We examine tactical doctrine, training, and the organisation and potential of the other fighting arms.
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The Indomitable Duberly
Fanny Duberly provided a ray of sunshine in the darkness of war in -almost- everyone's view.

Henry Duke of Gloucester
Prime Minister Curtin believed appointing a member of the royal family would improve chances Britain maintained its commitment to Australia's defence during World War II.
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Russian Imperial Guard 1905-1916
The Russian Imperial Guards formed in 1683 from 50 childhood playmates by Peter the Great had by 1905 swollen to a force of over 50,000 men and saved the throne once more
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Russian Imperial Guards ORBAT 1917
A list of the units assigned to the Tsar's own Russian Imperial Guard at its apogee on March 12, 1917- during the Russian Revolution
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The 1914 Army of Austria-Hungary
Well equipped and fairly modern by eastern european standards, the Army of the Dual Monarchy suffered one of the worst morale problems imaginable.
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The Russian Imperial Guard in 1917
The weakened Imperial Guard, suffering from its World War One losses, fought against its Tsar in March and then refused to stand by the new democratic government as well.
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The Russian Imperial Guards
Tthe Russian Imperial Guards founded in 1683 by Peter the Great as the first truely modern elite Russian army and fought throughout the world from Narva to Mukden.
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The Indomitable Duberly Part 2
Having reached Varna, our heroine has to work up a plan for survival.
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The Warring Earls
The Lords Lucan and Cardigan held key commands in the British Cavalry and both were destined to play pivotal roles in the mismanagement which led to the Charge of the Light Brigade. We examine their eventful pre-war lives, and the development of their sworn emnity.
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The Young Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill wasnot academically brilliant at school but went on to have a distinguished career as a politician.
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Interesting Sculptures in Buda's Castle District
The Castle District has some interesting sculptures, which show pictures of the Hungarian History and Fine Arts.
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Ringing Down the Curtain
Minor successes at Eupatoria and Kinburn left them wanting more at the end of the season.

The British Order of Battle in February 1855
A supplementary document for reference during the next stage of operations

Revolt of Rakoczi
In this year (2003) is the 300th anniversary of the revolt of Rákóczi. In this article I would like to show you events, which had a large effect on the Hungarian history and culture.
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The Brilliant Werner Voss
Werner Voss is virtually unknown, yet was 4th of the German aces.
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The Russian Order of Battle at the Alma
A list of the Units and Key Commanders for reference when following the course of the Alma Battle

The British Order of Battle and their Senior Commanders
A straightforward listing of Regiments by Division, with short biographical notes on senior commanders. It is hoped this article will be helpful in following the course of the campaign.

Canadians in D-Day Action at Juno Beach
Sixty-five years ago, June 6, 1944, the British, Americans and Canadians began Operation Overlord, a critical offensive attack to turn the advantage to the Allies in WW2.
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Prelude to Battle
The Allies at last make contact with the Russian Army lying in wait for them on the heights south of the River Alma

The British Army Orbat in August 1855
There had been considerable changes of late.

Canadian 3rd Division on D-Day
On the morning of June 6, 1944, 20,000 Canadian soldiers, sailors and airmen would launch their D-Day assault on the Normandy coast.
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Canadian Armour
Units of the Canadian Armies Armoured Divisions during WWII
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The Queen Mother: Friday's Ceremonial Procession
Final details for the Royal Ceremonial Procession to transport the Queen Mother's hearse from St. James's Palace to Westminster Hall on Friday, 5 April. <B>Updated 11AM, 4 April</B>
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The Orders of Battle during Inkerman
As usual before describing a battle, this is a supplementary list comprising the Russian battle groupings and all allied combat units as at 5th November 1854

Biography of Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill was a British politician and is best known for being the Prime Minister of Britain during World War Two.
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Into a Second Winter
With the onset of winter, comparisons with the previous year's hardships were inevitable.

The Indomitable Duberly - Part 3
There are plenty of twists of fortune ahead for Fanny before she eventually becomes part of the Crimean scenery.
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The Story of One of the Heavy Brigade
Derek Pardoe relates the experiences of his ancestor Sergeant Pardoe, 1st Royal Dragoons, on the field of Balaklava, in the Sergeant's own words.

Marshall Gebhard von Blücher
Gebhard von Blücher challenged Napoleon throughout the Napoleonic Wars. In fact, the Duke of Wellington may have lost the Battle of Waterloo without his help.
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Toronto Lighthouse Keeper John Paul Radelmüller
Was J.P. Radelmüller murdered on the 13th step of the Gibraltar Point lighthouse? No one may ever know how he died, but his life was fascinating.
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Bridges of Budapest
Danube, which is the largest river of Hungary, cuts the country into two. The bridges of Budapest have main role on the transport and economy of Hungary. This article shows you the Chain Bridge.
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Charles Brooke, Rajah of Sarawak
Charles, the nephew of James Brooke, the first White Rajah, took a deep interest in the welfare of the people of Sarawak by fighting slavery and abolishing headhunting.
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Johann Strauss II: The Gypsy Baron
Die Zigeunerbaron, a German operetta by Johann Strauss II. The Gypsy Baron opera plot synopsis, character description, and other Strauss II operetta information.
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Romanov Claimants – Larissa Tudor
DNA has proved that there were no survivors of the Romanov massacre of 1918. Despite this, some believe that potential heirs to the Russian throne still exist.
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Scuba Diving On Heron Island
Scuba divers come from around the world to dive the waters of Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Heron Island is just one stepping stone to this unique underwater world.
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Sir Winston Churchill: The British Bulldog
Churchill rose from the House of Commons to become Prime Minister and is considered the greatest British leader of the 20th Century.
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Victoria Cross
The medal has become one of the most coveted awards for valour in the world and the Commonwealth's highest honour for conspicuous bravery in the face of the enemy.
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War and Peace: Volume I, Part II
The second book of this epic Russian novel introduces the battle with French forces in Austria, revealing the chaos and humanity of war.
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Explore London - Soho
Once home to sex parlours and clip joints, Soho was cleaned up in the 1960's, Today it is the most cosmopolitan area of London, packed with great restaurants and pubs.
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Louis XVI & Marie Antoinette
A failed escape attempt by Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette ended up sending them both to the guillotine during the French Revolution.
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