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Battle of Bussaco, Aveiro district, Portugal, 27 September 1810
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Battle of Bussaco, Aveiro district, Portugal, 27 September 1810
Battle of Bussaco, Aveiro district, Portugal, 27 September 1810, fought by the British and Portuguese against France, part of the Peninsular War (1807-1814). Date: 1810
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The Battle of Bussaco, fought on September 27, 1810, in the Aveiro district of Portugal, was a significant engagement during the Peninsular War (1807-1814) between the British and Portuguese forces, led by General Sir John Moore, and the French army under Marshal Jean-Andoche Marmont. The battle took place in the rugged terrain of the Serra de Bussaco, which presented challenges for both sides in terms of deploying troops and maneuvering artillery. The British and Portuguese forces, outnumbered but determined, held their ground against repeated French assaults. The day-long battle saw fierce hand-to-hand combat, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The turning point came when the British and Portuguese forces successfully counterattacked, forcing the French to retreat. This print, created in the 19th century, captures the intensity and chaos of the Battle of Bussaco. The image shows soldiers from both sides locked in combat, with weapons at the ready. The rugged terrain is evident in the background, with trees and rocks providing cover for the troops. The smoke from gunpowder and the dust raised by the charging horses add to the sense of chaos and action. The Battle of Bussaco was a crucial victory for the Allied forces, boosting morale and preventing a potential French advance towards Lisbon. The engagement is remembered as a testament to the bravery and determination of the soldiers involved, and a significant moment in the history of the Peninsular War.
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