A military history of the 17th century and the 18th century
Thursday 25 August 2022
Zorndorf 1758
Today's anniversary. Wiki. Both sides claimed victory.
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Ah! Scene of my favourite quote from that period: Seydlitz on receiving repeated messages from Frederick to attack: “Tell the king that after the battle my head is at his disposal, but meantime I hope he will permit me to use it in his service!” Still relevant today! Chris/Nundanket
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Ah! Scene of my favourite quote from that period: Seydlitz on receiving repeated messages from Frederick to attack:
“Tell the king that after the battle my head is at his disposal, but meantime I hope he will permit me to use it in his service!”
Still relevant today!
Chris/Nundanket
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