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George Frederick Augustus Ruxton papers, ca. 1839-1948

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Open book George Frederick Augustus Ruxton papers, ca. 1839-1948

Title George Frederick Augustus Ruxton papers, ca. 1839-1948

Creator Ruxton, George Frederick Augustus, 1820-1848

Date 1839-1948

Language English

Summary Collection includes correspondence, photographs, newspaper clippings, manuscript notes, drafts, copies, etc., mostly relating to Ruxton's travels in America.

Extent 0.2 linear feet (1 box)

Format Correspondence, Photographs, Clippings

User-Contributed Transcription A Cavalry Skrimmage in NavarreThe division of General Diego Leon, Viceroy of Navarre, having lain for some months in a state of monotonous inactivity at Tafalla, (the only break in on our lazy life being an occasional march from Pamplona to the Solana: and vice vers) hailed with delight, on the morning of the 2nd of December, 1838. The toca de la trompetta, sounding the well known "Orders General" or general orders. As a rumour had been some time afloat, that our General had determined to make an inroad into the Carlist lines, for the purpose of obtaining provisions, of which his troops were much in need, their hopes were raised by the expectation of something to do. No part of the division more anxiously wishing it, than the gallant little Squadron of Reyna Ysabel Lancers, who fireeaters all, hailed the prospect of a fight with all the ardour of boys for a game of Cricket. The Adjutantes of Corps having received the orders from the Chief of the Estada Mayor, all doubts as to meeting the Factions, were removed -- The division was to be under arms by 12 o Clock, and at that hour were already formed on the Solana road. About this time, as Confidente or Spy reported to the General, that the Enemy were in some force, in the valley of the Solana.

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Call Number VAULT folio Graff 3614

BibID 991560928805867

Rights Status Copyright Not Evaluated

Contributing Institution Newberry Library

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Size 2340px × 2843px 19.07 MB

Filename 991560928805867_graff_3614-2_0032.tif

Unique Identifier NL1YMKB

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