The enemy's cavalry, after the first encounter, had formed again behind the infantry, who were covered by a line of carts; but the firmness and resolution of the Republicans, now marching on in a close body and in silence, intimidated them so much that they made but little resistance.
Garibaldi observes how the disciplined and silent advance of his Republican troops instilled fear in the enemy, leading to minimal resistance.
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