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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
- “It appeared to me that the plaster would crack if it were taken from the support of the wall.” Frontispiece
- “With dignity I advanced toward the tribunal.” 18
- “A cold chill passed up my back and my hair rose.” 52
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“With one impulse the twelve swords flew from their
scabbards and were raised in salute.” 76 - “This plan I laid before Massena that very evening.” 104
- “Does this mean that Massena is about to retreat?” 132
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“His bullet would have blown out my brains had I been
erect.” 166 - “Quick as a flash I raised my pistol and fired.” 168
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“We shall very soon find someone who will translate
this despatch.” 184 - “The words were his death warrant.” 204
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“ 'Have a care, Sire,' said Soult. 'The
English infantry is very solid.' ” 212 - “There is Marshal Blucher. Deliver your message!” 242
- “The guard is beaten! The guard is beaten!” 244
- “He rode in silence.” 250
- “Burns explained to me that we should see no more land until we came to our port.” 284
- “He seized the unfortunate mate by the throat.” 286
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