On the recordJanuary 1, 1860
I must confess that the enemy had made a movement of which my troops would not have been capable, and which proved that they were brave, warlike, and well commanded.
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Giuseppe Garibaldi
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gutenberg.orgGiuseppe Garibaldi: “I must confess that the enemy had made a movement of which my troops would not have been capable, and which proved that…”
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From his autobiography, Garibaldi reflects on the tactical prowess and bravery of an opposing force during a battle.
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