Note 45 — Chapter VIII · CAVALRY IN THE GENERAL ENGAGEMENT
Reading edition
Ney, “the bravest of the brave,” found riding alone in rear of the retreating French army, was asked, “Where is the rearguard?” “I am the rearguard,” was the reply.
Reading edition
Ney, “the bravest of the brave,” found riding alone in rear of the retreating French army, was asked, “Where is the rearguard?” “I am the rearguard,” was the reply.