94 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre
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V‑The Cavalry General
In "The Cavalry General," the author discusses the strategic intricacies involved in commanding a cavalry, emphasizing the necessity for a general to possess a keen understanding of various tactical scenarios. A pivotal aspect of this understanding is gauging the distance within which a horse can overtake a foot solider, and similarly, what gap is necessary for a slower horse to evade a faster one. The text underscores the importance of terrain in determining the effectiveness of cavalry versus infantry,…-
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IV-The Cavalry General
In "The Cavalry General," the author discusses the strategies and precautions a cavalry general must take during various phases of the march and warfare, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, intelligence, and stealth. On the march, the general must exercise foresight to alleviate the strain on both horses and troopers by strategically alternating between riding and marching. This approach depends on individual discretion to ensure no soldier or horse is overly burdened. When encountering…-
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III-The Cavalry General
The third chapter of "The Cavalry General" delves into the specialized duties of a cavalry general, emphasizing the importance of acquiring divine favor through sacrifices for the state cavalry, enhancing public festivals and processions, and ensuring the grandeur of cavalry displays at various locations such as the Academy, Lyceum, and Phaleron. The text suggests that the processions be made splendid by having riders honor sacred sites and deities in a specific ceremonial order, thereby linking military…-
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II-The Cavalry General
"The Cavalry General" elucidates the principles and strategies essential for organizing and training a proficient cavalry unit, drawing parallels to the importance and execution as observed in Athenian society. The text emphasizes incentives for excellence through competitions and spectacles, akin to the fervor sparked by choruses for relatively small prizes. It proposes offering rewards for knightly excellence to stimulate ambition among Athenian cavalrymen, highlighting the necessity of esteemed umpires…-
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I‑The Cavalry General
The chapter begins by emphasizing the importance of offering sacrifices to the gods, seeking their favor to effectively fulfill the duties of a cavalry general. This divine favor is seen as a cornerstone for success in both personal and state affairs, extending to securing loyalty, glory, and widespread usefulness. Attention then shifts to practical matters, starting with ensuring the cavalry reaches its required numbers, including a reserve for remounts to compensate for potential losses. The condition…-
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The Cavalry General
The Calvary General by Charles Marshall is a classic military text that provides a detailed study of cavalry tactics and the art of mounted warfare. Written by an experienced officer, the book explores the strategies, challenges, and responsibilities of a cavalry general, emphasizing the unique demands of leading mounted troops. It offers insights into battlefield tactics, command decisions, and the adaptability required to manage fast-moving, dynamic cavalry forces effectively. This book serves as both a historical analysis and a tactical guide, valuable for understanding the pivotal role of cavalry in traditional warfare.-
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Chapter IX of "Derrick Vaughan--Novelist" deals primarily with themes of loss, brotherly rivalry, the pursuit of success in literature, and subtle observations on the nature of personal success versus public recognition. The chapter opens with the aftermath of a funeral and the revealing of an unsigned will that would have significantly benefited Derrick, the protagonist, had it been signed. His brother, Lawrence, dismissively suggests Derrick's budding literary career would compensate for the loss, an…
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Chapter VIII of "Derrick Vaughan--Novelist" unfolds during the autumn, continuing to narrate the life of Derrick Vaughan, a novelist devoted to his craft and the care of his ailing father, Major Vaughan. Despite his diligent routine of writing, studying, and observing various strands of life for his next book, Derrick remains determinedly silent on matters concerning Freda, with whom his thoughts linger guardedly. As Christmas Eve brings a noticeable change in him, Derrick decides abruptly to return to…
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Chapter VI of "Derrick Vaughan--Novelist" narrates a significant turn in the lives of the characters, pivoting around the heroism of Lawrence Vaughan, Derrick's brother, and the emotional entanglements of Derrick himself. The chapter opens with excitement as Derrick and Sydney discover a newspaper article celebrating Lawrence's bravery in rescuing a fellow officer during battle. This event becomes a source of pride but also deepens the emotional divide within the family, especially as the Major uses…
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