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This caused the troops to stand and fight, preferring to die rather than to fall into their hands.
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gutenberg.orgGrenville Dodge: “This caused the troops to stand and fight, preferring to die rather than to fall into their hands.”
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Dodge describes the resolve of the troops to fight rather than surrender to the enemy, emphasizing their bravery.
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