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Battle of Busaco, Peninsula War. The Duke of Wellington defeats Massena Date
Battle of Busaco, Peninsula War. The Duke of Wellington defeats Massena Date: 27th September 1810
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The Battle of Busaco, fought on September 27, 1810, during the Peninsular War, marked a significant victory for the Allied forces under the command of the Duke of Wellington against the French army led by Marshal Massena. The battle took place in the Portuguese town of Busaco, located in the mountains north of Lisbon. The campaign leading up to the Battle of Busaco began in the spring of 1810 when the French army, under the command of Marshal Massena, advanced towards Lisbon to take control of the Portuguese capital. The Allied forces, consisting of British, Portuguese, and Spanish troops, retreated to the lines of Torres Vedras, a fortified position north of Lisbon, to make their stand. Massena, believing the Allied forces to be weakened and demoralized, decided to attack them in the mountains of Busaco. However, the Duke of Wellington had received intelligence of Massena's plans and had taken steps to strengthen his position. The Allied forces were well-prepared, and the battle began with a fierce artillery duel. The battle raged throughout the day, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The French army, despite initial successes, was unable to break through the Allied lines. The Duke of Wellington skillfully maneuvered his troops, using the terrain to his advantage, and eventually forced Massena to retreat. The Battle of Busaco was significant as it prevented the French army from taking Lisbon and marked the end of their advance towards Madrid. The victory boosted the morale of the Allied forces and paved the way for their eventual victory in the Peninsular War. The Duke of Wellington's tactical brilliance and strategic planning were once again on display, cementing his reputation as a formidable military leader. The print depicts the Duke of Wellington leading his troops into battle against Massena's forces at the Battle of Busaco.
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