| 单词 | cuirassier |
| 例句 | The show, he explained, displayed “a human mosaic of horsemen: Indians, Cossacks, cowboys, Bedouins, Mexicans, cuirassiers, Boers, Britons, 300 strong.” Critic's Notebook: Buffalo Bill Museum in Wyoming 2012-08-03T19:07:26Z He had dreamed of flying Uhlans, captured trenches, charging hussars and cuirassiers--and now, he had been threatened with the "cat." Submarine U93 2012-04-07T02:00:34.693Z The 14th was with William III. in Flanders; it formed, too, one of the squares of Waterloo, breasting for hours the charges of the French cuirassiers until it had nearly melted away. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z Ismail Pasha immediately hastened to fill up the gap; but before he had reached the spot, Toggendorf's cuirassiers were upon him, and he was caught between two fires in a moment. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z I found a dozen men, cuirassiers of his privileged troop, peeping and squinting under the canvas which had been hung round the fire. My Lady Rotha A Romance 2012-02-27T03:00:10.983Z Arrived at the place of execution, he said to one of the cuirassiers of his escort, "Here, then, we are come to the last stage of my journey." The Last Words of Distinguished Men and Women (Real and Traditional) 2012-02-22T03:00:24.020Z The cuirassier broke off and regarded the other steadily. The Strand Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 161, May 1904 2012-02-11T03:03:45.230Z Russia has likewise in modern times abolished all but a few guard regiments of cuirassiers. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z The Janissaries received the full brunt of the swords of the cuirassiers and the hussars, and in the first onset Ismail Pasha himself fell from his horse. The Slaves of the Padishah 2012-03-06T03:00:24.060Z Before day broke order had been restored by the sabres of the cuirassiers. Lola Montez An Adventuress of the 'Forties 2012-01-08T03:00:19.240Z Our cuirassiers rushed to the rescue like a whirlwind and swept them from earth to the last man. Mated from the Morgue A tale of the Second Empire 2011-11-15T03:00:23.507Z He was commanding a scattered remnant of cuirassiers who were shadowed by a Prussian force. The Strand Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 161, May 1904 2012-02-11T03:03:45.230Z The Prussian cuirassiers were first so called under Frederick William I., and in the wars of his successor Frederick the Great they bore a conspicuous part. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z A cloud of Russian cavalry, with several regiments of heavy cuirassiers at their head, advanced to the attack. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, 7th ed. Vol. 2 of 2 2011-11-11T03:00:31.270Z Some tall cuirassiers and footmen in the anteroom—no chamberlains nor pages—nothing like the glittering crowd of gold lace and uniforms one usually sees in the anteroom of a palace. Italian Letters of a Diplomat's Life January-May, 1880; February-April, 1904 2011-11-10T03:00:11.267Z Suddenly the earth shook beneath our feet, and two magnificent divisions of Russian cuirassiers charged to the rescue. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol. 60, No. 373, November 1846 2011-10-21T02:00:17.417Z Simon did not reply, nor did his eyes fail before the stern gaze of the captain of cuirassiers. The Strand Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 161, May 1904 2012-02-11T03:03:45.230Z After the Seven Years’ War they ceased to wear the cuirass on service, but after 1814 these were reintroduced, the spoils taken from the French cuirassiers being used to equip the troops. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z "My dear colleague," replied Count Ingelheim, sighing slightly, and casting a penetrating look at the Russian diplomatist, "a cannon ball, the pistol of an hussar, the sword of a cuirassier, little heed the diplomatic character." For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z A cavalry soldier in a cuirassier uniform handed him a sealed official paper. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. I (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:45.883Z Once more the earth trembled; and, with unusual rapidity for an orderly retreat, back came the brilliant cuirassiers, with bloody heads, and in most awful confusion. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol. 60, No. 373, November 1846 2011-10-21T02:00:17.417Z The cuirassier lifted his pistol and aimed at the centre of that indistinct form; yet his finger did not press the trigger. The Strand Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 161, May 1904 2012-02-11T03:03:45.230Z In France the cuirassiers date from 1666, when a regiment, subsequently numbered 8th of the line, was formed. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z "Schweppe," he said to the major of guard cuirassiers who held his leading rein, "I command you to ride in that direction." For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z He looked as calm and well satisfied in his white cuirassier's uniform, with its pale yellow collar, plain stool helmet, and major's epaulets, as if he were at the highest point of popularity. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. I (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:45.883Z In the background the glitter of cuirassier armour and the gold braiding of the representatives of the army gave tone and vivacity to the scene. Victor Hugo: His Life and Works 2011-10-07T02:00:23.887Z "My name is Philippe V�t�rin," said the cuirassier, folding his arms with their gauntleted hands, and fixing a stern look upon Mansart. The Strand Magazine, Vol. 27, No. 161, May 1904 2012-02-11T03:03:45.230Z James Ballantyne got me one very handsome bright steel cuirassier of Queen Elizabeth's time, and two less perfect, for �20—dog cheap; they make a great figure in the armory. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume 6 2011-10-07T02:00:22.270Z When the two squadrons had come near enough to the squares to charge, suddenly from behind the hill on which the battery stood, galloped the garde du corps, followed by the cuirassier guards. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z Delighted by his courage, Augustus promoted him colonel the following year, and, at the age of seventeen, gave him the command of a regiment of cuirassiers. Queens of the French Stage 2011-10-06T02:00:38.820Z The cavalry is organized in regiments of cuirassiers, dragoons, lancers, hussars and mounted rifles,7 the regiments having four service and one depot squadrons. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 7 "Geoponici" to "Germany" 2011-09-26T02:00:25.313Z A whole squadron of cuirassiers has surrounded his house at Poissy to save him from the fury of mob.... My Memoirs 2011-09-13T02:00:28.713Z The cuirassiers, too, were nearly all destroyed: for on account of their weight they could not escape from our light horsemen; the Cossacks, in particular, showing them no mercy. In the Russian Ranks A Soldier's Account of the Fighting in Poland 2011-09-11T02:00:08.747Z "Ride to the cuirassiers and stop them!" cried Major von Hammerstein to his adjutant. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z Supported by these three dogs, the long knife of the gentleman looking for young wolves and the yellow cuirassier officer with his shotgun, I longed for some beast that would give a struggle. Hunting in Many Lands The Book of the Boone and Crockett Club 2011-08-20T02:00:11.973Z The whole way I thought of nothing but the cuirassiers. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z Among their number were four old Spanish dragoons and two cuirassiers of the guard, whom a life of danger had attached to Marc: so I leave you to imagine how they fought. The Invasion of France in 1814 2011-07-27T02:00:37.397Z The latter did not do so very much execution, but the cuirassiers, big, heavy men, broke through our dragoons, who are classed as light cavalry. In the Russian Ranks A Soldier's Account of the Fighting in Poland 2011-09-11T02:00:08.747Z As the cuirassier rode past with the lifeless body in his arms, a fresh young voice cried, half in fear, half in compassion: "Ah! the poor young officer!" For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z Gabriel drew a deep breath, and the Bohemian cavalry pressed bravely forward, while the cuirassiers discouraged by the presumed death of their leader began to give ground. Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z "No more cuirassiers?" cried my cousin; "the six regiments?" The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z What Caran d'Ache did was to bring before us company after company of the Old Guard, and troop after troop of cuirassiers, their profiles diminishing in height as the figures receded from the eye. A Book About the Theater 2011-07-21T02:00:23.843Z The cavalry follow on the artillery; dragoons, cuirassiers, hussars with white facings and a death's-head on their shakoes. Critical Studies 2011-07-21T02:00:20.463Z "Ah! there are cuirassiers here already," cried the infantry man; "is there still room, comrade?" For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z We had just got the upper hand, when this Pappenheim came up with his cuirassiers, and made the issue of the fight again doubtful.... Gabriel A Story of the Jews in Prague 2011-07-27T02:00:26.233Z Hundreds of men who could scarcely be recognized as Frenchmen were coming up in disordered bands; cavalry, infantry, cuirassiers without cuirasses, horsemen on foot, foot soldiers on horseback, three-fourths unarmed! The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z He served subsequently in the cuirassiers, commanded by General Hautpoul, who died in his arms on the sanguinary field of Eylau. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 3, October, 1851 2011-07-02T02:00:11.323Z A single one of them in the parliament or town-hall is worth to me a regiment of cuirassiers. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 1, August, 1851 2011-05-18T02:00:11.200Z Count Bismarck wore the uniform of a major of his cuirassier regiment comfortably unbuttoned, long riding boots, and his sword at his side. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z The colonel of cuirassiers, Billet, who, accompanied by orderlies, rode through the town, was hemmed in by the people, and constrained to cry, "Vive la République!" History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z As I went up the hill, something glittered from time to time on the slope through the woods, when all at once hundreds of cuirassiers came out upon the road by the Alsace fountain. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z On the cuirassiers, who were cut to pieces in that battle, being reorganized, it was observed to Napoleon that Lieutenant Rusiecki was not the height for a cuirassier. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 3, October, 1851 2011-07-02T02:00:11.323Z It was the cuirassiers of the guard charging. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z And indeed the cuirassiers, who had followed the garde du corps, and passing by the first square had formed to charge, were galloping down upon them. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z At their review on the 26th the National Guards cried "Vive la Commune!" and the crowd accompanied them to the Place of the Mairie, held by the colonel of cuirassiers, Gerhardt. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z The cuirassier then turned his head and gazed at George; but he spoke not a word. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z Before, or alongside them, galloped squadrons of cavalry, lancers, cuirassiers, and conspicuously the Chasseurs d’Afrique—fit tools selected for the task that was before them. The Child Wife 2011-04-21T02:00:50.050Z He put his spurs to his horse and disappeared in the ranks of the cuirassiers. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z The cuirassiers had rallied meanwhile, and hastened to the scene of this brilliant struggle. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z I am as fit for a parson as a donkey to play on the guitar, or Gottlieb for a colonel of cuirassiers. Seed-time and Harvest A Novel 2011-04-18T02:00:12.023Z The cuirassier wiped with his sleeves the blood which was trickling upon his cheek; he appeared to hear nothing. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z He might have seen him suddenly wheel back from the bushes, and gallop off in the direction in which he and his cuirassiers were marching—towards Bulstrode Park—the residence of Sir Marmaduke Wade. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z He saw that the prince was searching among the killed and wounded officers of the cuirassiers. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z Sir," he said, saluting him, "I overtook the army at Langensalza and joined the cuirassiers, that I might take my share in the war. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z As he rode out through the Bath gate at the head of a troop of steel-clad cuirassiers—“Hesselrig’s Lobsters”—the citizens of Bristol felt more confident of safety than ever since the strife began. No Quarter! 2011-03-26T02:00:16.330Z A tall cuirassier was moving quietly in the midst of all this mob, every man in which wanted to lay hold of him—one by the arm, another by the collar. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z At this moment the bugle once more brayed out the “Halt”; and, in obedience to the signal, the cuirassiers again reined up. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The cuirassiers stopped astonished, and courage returned to the Baden infantry. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z The cuirassiers advanced in pursuit of the enemy. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z Suddenly the remaining cuirassiers, seized with panic, wheeled about and fled full tilt down the steep incline. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z My wife took the bottle out of the cupboard and filled a glass; but the cuirassier would not drink: he looked on the ground before him, as if something was before his eyes. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z As Marian came to the close of one of her grandest pas, the movement had inadvertently brought her close to the spot where the cuirassier captain was standing. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z None of the inhabitants moved and the Prussian soldiers, prominent among whom were the cuirassiers who had charged so vigorously in the battle, seemed spectres in their great cloaks and steel helmets. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z Fritz, Deyke, and Margaret remained with the patient, and watched his breathing; with the greatest punctuality the young girl handed a spoonful of wine to the cuirassier, who poured it carefully into the officer's mouth. For Sceptre and Crown, Vol. II (of II) A Romance of the Present Time 2011-10-13T02:00:49.420Z The cuirassiers, galled and goaded by the desire to retrieve their first set-back, reformed while describing a wide circuit on the plain. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z Everybody was talking about our victory at Sarrebr�ck, especially those cuirassiers, who were emptying bottles by the hundred, to allay the dust of the road. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z For a moment the captain of cuirassiers seemed awed into silence. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Those of his men who had their rifles loaded fired; seven or eight cuirassiers fell; the bullets rattled on the breastplates of the rest. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z These were fine fellows, clad, as he, in the splendid white and gold uniform of the Tsar's cuirassiers. The Great White Army 2011-03-12T03:00:25.450Z I rely on the courage of my cuirassiers. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z Uniforms of every description, weapons of every sort, Scots, French cuirassiers, Turcos, Zouaves, Bedouins, whose burnouses swung upwards with a noble gesture as they saluted. War 2011-02-10T03:00:52.487Z The unexpected arrival of the cuirassiers—with the exciting circumstances that succeeded—had brought the sports to an early termination. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z A fresh charge brought the cuirassiers into the midst of the Styrian infantry. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z His body gave promise 140 of developing into that of a solid and massive cuirassier later on. The Children of Alsace Les Oberl?s 2011-01-16T03:00:19.697Z Two hundred rods away rose the hillock on whose brow scowled the republican battery that now menaced every foot of the plain the cuirassiers were advancing over. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z As Ney fell back, a body of French cuirassiers advanced upon the English batteries. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z Perhaps he is growing suspicious; and this may explain his instructions to the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The count himself seeing that in spite of the fire along the whole line, the Prussians were advancing, put himself at the head of a regiment of cuirassiers and charged. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z There are only two regiments of cuirassiers—the 1st, or King's; and the 2nd, or Queen's. Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) 2010-12-27T03:00:17.990Z The foremost cuirassiers, overwhelmed by the fire from the hollow square, had nearly all either fallen, with their horses, or been trampled down by the following ranks which succeeded in scaling the hill. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z The cuirassiers did not reach the mill in a body, having become greatly scattered in the course of their hot pursuit. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z Notwithstanding the insult he had put upon them, there were numbers present ready to shout— “Huzza for the cuirassier captain!” The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was the Baden cavalry, which had been driven back by the Prussian cuirassiers. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z The General had breechloaders and mountain howitzers; hussars and cuirassiers supported his infantry; and yet these rebels of the hills held their own for two hours! Romantic Spain A Record of Personal Experiences (Vol. I) 2010-12-27T03:00:17.990Z At that moment Captain Martin saw behind the Grand Duke, their bodies half over the brow of the hill, the first rank of cuirassiers. The Sword of Honor, volumes 1 & 2 or The Foundation of the French Republic, A Tale of The French Revolution 2011-03-21T02:00:09.090Z Richard had been right in his reckoning; in the soft and spongy soil the heavy cuirassiers could proceed only at a walk, while the hussars were able to push forward at a trot. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z A cuirassier captain—Scarthe by name—has gone down with the skeleton of a troop to your neighbourhood. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The cuirassiers became disordered, but in retiring they encountered a square broken by the lancers, which fled before them. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z The first charge of the French was repulsed, but the second attempt, made by heavy masses of cuirassiers, was more serious. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 7 "Arundel, Thomas" to "Athens" But the young cuirassiers had both been sent to distant tables by their indignant mother. The Undying Past The cuirassiers, however, did not venture after them. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z “I don’t care how soon,” continued the cuirassier captain, musing as he spoke. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The square found itself between the spears of the lancers and the sabres of the cuirassiers. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z We kept a separate table, and had our own servants, and a body-guard of twenty cuirassiers appointed for our own selves. Pictures of German Life in the XVth XVIth and XVIIth Centuries, Vol. II. The two young cuirassier officers rushed in to announce that the train was in sight. The Undying Past Perceiving that their rockets were effecting nothing, the enemy planned another cavalry charge, this time sending a troop of cuirassiers to open the road. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z On starting on that tail-on-end chase, the cuirassier Captain had full confidence in his steed. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Benedict saw them coming mixed pell-mell with the lancers and cuirassiers. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z Along the immense marble fore-court the lancers and cuirassiers range themselves on three sides, before the wings and along the front. Majesty A Novel The object was a picture, the picture of a young man in the uniform of a captain in the German cuirassiers. Stories That End Well An Adventure in Altruria——Through the Terrors of the Law——The Real Thing——The Old Partisan——Max—Or His Picture——The Stout Miss Hopkins' Bicycle——The Spellbinder——The Object of the Federation——The Little Lonely Girl——The Hero of Company G——A Miracle Play Sixteen troops of light cavalry, lancers, and dragoons, two cuirassier regiments, eight batteries of cannon, and two mortar batteries crossed the Rákos above Isaszeg and descended like an avalanche on the Hungarian centre. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z “Cry quarter, or die!” shouted the cavalier, flinging himself from his saddle, and with his left hand grasping the cuirassier by the gorget, while in his right he held the threatening blade. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z "Aim at the officers," cried Benedict, and he himself picked out a captain of cuirassiers and fired. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z A wretched old hired growler, with a gaunt hack, pushed a muddy wheel right up against her, grazing her knees; a cuirassier of the escort raised his sword threateningly against her.... Majesty A Novel Tailor Schneck's son, he who had been one of the cuirassiers at the christening of the crown prince, had arranged, and was now conducting, the parting ceremonies. On the Heights A Novel Cleaving the helmet of the cuirassier major, it left a gaping wound on his skull. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z Like an arrow from its bow the steed of the cuirassier shot across the sward. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was the Prussian cuirassiers returning to the charge. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z But thousands of protecting eyes were secretly supervising this apparent carelessness; the troops were confined to barracks; gleaming escorts of cuirassiers accompanied the imperial landaus. Majesty A Novel He was once in the cuirassiers, and this faithful, but rough and ill-favored lad, is Gundel's lover. On the Heights A Novel The cuirassiers broke camp and made for the city, as if on purpose to leave us a clear field; and so I said: 'What's the use of standing guard here any longer? The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z A cry went up from the crowd, who expected next moment to see the cuirassier captain impaled upon that shining blade. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The captain fell, but only to be succeeded by two cuirassiers who attacked Karl, sword in hand. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z A strong and close-packed escort of cuirassiers pranced round the carriages which drove that night to the great opera-house. Majesty A Novel The doors were opened by a servant and a number of cuirassiers entered the room. On the Heights A Novel But just as the banqueters were about to sit down around the white cloaks which did duty as table-cloths and plates in one, the outposts came running in with the cry: "The cuirassiers are coming!" The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z It is scarce necessary to say, that these horses and men—these saddles, bridles, arms, and armour—were the component parts of Captain Scarthe’s troop of cuirassiers, viewed en dishabille. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was a terrible struggle; the dead were trodden under foot, the cuirassiers, like giants on their great horses, stabbed the fugitives with their shortened swords. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z Other carriages, cabs, tried here and there to force a way through the people; they were surrounded by cuirassiers, who protected them with drawn swords. Majesty A Novel Bearing the child on her arms, she passed through the crowd of cuirassiers who, with drawn swords and glittering coats of mail, stood there like so many statues. On the Heights A Novel Out from the thicket that bordered the road broke a squadron of hussars, and by a flank attack scattered the cuirassiers in all directions. The Baron's Sons 2010-12-20T17:12:02.667Z “I desire no advantage,” rejoined the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z On this occasion how sad it looked, despair seemed inextricably intermingled with its brooding shadows, in which stood out like a squadron of phantoms the Prussian cuirassiers. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z I fell into all this moody reflection from thinking of an incident—I might almost call it story—I remembered hearing from an old cuirassier officer some years ago. Diary And Notes Of Horace Templeton, Esq. Volume I (of II) And Franz, tailor Schenck's son, is in the cuirassiers--perhaps he, too, is among those lifeless ones; but they must be alive, for their eyes sparkle. On the Heights A Novel The white-clad cuirassier from the Danube, the active and sinewy Hungarian, the tall and swarthy Croat were all there, mixed up among groups of peasant girls coming in to market with fowls and eggs. Jack Hinton The Guardsman Act with caution: for this cuirassier captain, who is a courtier of some note, is doubtless entrusted with other commissions, besides that of raising recruits. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Benedict's work was to renew the ice which dripped upon the arm, washing the wound made first by the cuirassier's sabre and then by the doctor's lancet. The Prussian Terror 2011-05-04T02:00:15.170Z I saw him again the following day in the Champs Elysée, riding with a single English groom behind him; and again in a chariot, escorted by cuirassiers. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852 Yesterday evening the cuirassiers of the guard celebrated their annual festival on Rudolph's Hill. Villa Eden: The Country-House on the Rhine At the first charge, the fly rebounded from the crustaceous integument of its adversary, having done no more damage than if a child were to apply its hand to the well-mailed body of a cuirassier. The Romance of Natural History, Second Series Many of the cuirassiers had arrived upon the ground, and their steel armour now glittered conspicuously among the more sombre vestments of the civilian spectators. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z He was bragging fearfully that when he was lieutenant of the cuirassiers he performed prodigies. Black Diamonds Thus the conversation went on until evening; it was marked by obscenities that would have brought a blush—I will not say to a cuirassier, for cuirassiers are frequently chaste, but even to a Parisienne. Anatole France The Revolt of the Angels The heavy boots of the cuirassier, the white leather apron of the sapeur, were drying along the marble benches of the terrace. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune The cuirassier fortunately recovered from his wounds; the duel was shown to be a thing forced by the stress of consequences. Arthur O'Leary His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands The clattering of steel, as the cuirassiers sprang to their saddles, could be heard on the calm air of the autumn noon, to the distance of a mile. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Heaven alone knows what would have been the result of this mad act, but for the timely arrival of a squadron of cuirassiers, who covered her retreat. An Englishman in Paris Notes and Recollections He had but one brigade of cuirassiers: two regiments of horse against 25,000 men! Waterloo There were cuirassiers, and hussars, heavy dragoons, and carabiniers in abundance—everything, in short, but what I sought. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune Here are queer old helmets worn by the cuirassiers, hacked and rust-stained; broken swords, and old-fashioned muskets; buttons, and bullets even—everything that could be garnered after such a sowing of the earth. An American Girl Abroad The sword, at that time, was the only weapon of the cuirassier cavalry, excepting their pistols; but by mutual agreement these last were not to be used. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Meanwhile another troop came up to the assistance of the cuirassiers, and the hussar captain was obliged to cut his way out from between two fires, and thus came face to face with his antagonist. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 "She thought our hussars wore white dolmans, and carried straight swords like the cuirassiers." The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life About two months afterwards, on a warm evening of summer, I entered Vienna in a litter, along with some twelve hundred other wounded men, escorted by a regiment of cuirassiers. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune On the field of Montmirail I was reported to the Emperor; and for an attack on the Austrian rearguard at Melun made colonel of a cuirassier regiment on the field of battle. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II The steed of the cuirassier recoiled from the impetus of his more powerful adversary. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Meanwhile a division of cuirassiers marched rapidly through Szolnok to take the hussars in the rear. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 In this way the great cuirassier became an object for my thoughts by day and my dreams by night. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I Our cuirassiers will soon be upon them,' cried another, in ecstasy. Maurice Tiernay Soldier of Fortune And now comes the order for the carbineers to move up; the cuirassiers have been cut to pieces. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II It was the first that had the appearance of a triumph; and elicited a cheer from the partisans of the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was a young cuirassier officer, who lay with his face buried in the long grass. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 "Is he not stupid, that great animal of a cuirassier?" said mademoiselle, starting at the voice so unexpectedly heard. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I I dare swear that the writing-lad is no other than the Major’s third son, who is a Cornet in the cuirassiers. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 377, March 1847 The cuirassier is clad in steel; His massive sword is straight and strong: But the voltigeur can charge and wheel With a step,—his bayonet is just as long. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Then turning upon his hind hoofs, as on a pivot, he sprang out in full gallop after the horse of the cuirassier. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z "He joined the cuirassiers," continued Gejza, "about two months ago, and now—we are in opposite ranks." Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 "It is no small triumph, Mademoiselle," said I, "that you have inspired such a passion in the hardy breast of the cuirassier." Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I Pantaloon made them take ground to the left, in �chelon, and, in the excitement of the moment, he, with his dragoons and cuirassiers, executed a somewhat analogous movement. The Serapion Brethren, Vol. I. Nansouty's cuirassiers came next; they had suffered severely at Jena, and were obliged to muster several of their wounded men to fill up the gaps in their squadrons. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II The latter gave a long leap forward, bringing him side by side with the steed of the cuirassier. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z A tall and powerful cuirassier galloped about like the genius of battle—death seemed in each flash of his sword; he rode his third horse, two having already been shot under him. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 "The cuirassiers and the dragoons of the Guard are yonder," said the general, as he directed his glass to a large square of the town where a vast mass of dismounted cavalry were standing. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I "I beg pardon, sir," said he, "but a cuirassier is here." Eyes Like the Sea A dark, bushy beard, worn cuirassier fashion, around the mouth and high on the cheeks, almost concealed his face, while in figure he had grown both taller and stouter. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Despite the wine within him, the captain of the cuirassiers, was at that moment, in a frame of mind, anything but contented. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z "Lay me on the grass, brother; I am dying," said the cuirassier faintly. Hungarian Sketches in Peace and War Constable's Miscellany of Foreign Literature, vol. 1 Now it was Kellerman's cuirassiers, whose laurel-wreathed helmets reminded the passing stranger that on that day eight years they tore through the dense ranks of the Austrians, and sabred the gunners at the very guns. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I In the very first village we came to, O-Gyalla, we fell in with a division of the Austrian investing army, German cuirassiers. Eyes Like the Sea And what if you be?" said a huge, heavy-browed major beside him; "what great hardship is it to be a lieutenant in the cuirassiers at two and twenty? Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Though Scarthe saw not this, his midday march was not performed without his meeting with an incident—one worth recording, even for its singularity; though it was otherwise of significant interest to the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Thirty thousand cuirassiers followed, with a captive king of the Tartars in their midst. Historic Tales, Vol. 12 (of 15) The Romance of Reality The cuirassiers belonged to this proud force; and even an unmilitary eye could mark, in their haughty bearing and assured look, that they were a favored corps. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I The self-same major of cuirassiers who would have had me flogged as a gipsy leader was now full of courtesy towards me. Eyes Like the Sea Ah!" cried he, in an excited tone, "they can't stand before the cuirassiers of the Guard. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II The cuirassier captain, dismounted by the shock, in another instant lay sprawling upon the grass; while his horse, with trailing bridle, continued his onward gallop, wildly neighing as he went. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The heavy boots of the cuirassier, the white leather apron of the “sapeur,” were drying along the marble benches of the terrace. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 The gigantic size, the powerful strength, the strange name,—all could belong to no other; and I felt as though at once I had found an old acquaintance in the great cuirassier of the Guard. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I He took horse and started off in pursuit of the cuirassiers. Eyes Like the Sea Marched with the cuirassier brigade that passed here last night at twelve o'clock. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Two individuals commanded the attention of all—the captain of the cuirassiers, and the horseman who had halted upon the road: the toaster of the “king,” and the proposer of the “people.” The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z “They didn’t think so at Enghein,” said another, “when we rode down the Austrian cuirassiers.” Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 4, September, 1850 If he seemed such in the idle hours, on parade he was the beau ideal of a cuirassier. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume I Easily from him she learneth What her father's cuirassiers blew As the call to charge in battle; Only a few notes and simple, But most pithy and inspiring. The Trumpeter of Säkkingen A Song from the Upper Rhine. The ranks wavered, and through their cleft spaces of dead and dying our cuirassiers dashed in, sabring all before them. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II “By the toes of Terpsichore, a morris dance!” exclaimed the captain of cuirassiers, as he came near enough to recognise the costume and measure. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was a terrible moment when our cuirassiers crossed the valley; it made me think of a torrent formed by the melting snows, when millions of flakes of snow and ice sparkle in the sunshine. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 Those advancing to their left, near Rippach, glittering in the sun, are the dragoons and cuirassiers of the Russian Imperial Guard. The Conscript A Story of the French war of 1813 The pebbles and gravel above will now shoot 134 off it right and left, as the bullets do off a cuirassier’s breastplate, and will have no chance of beating it in. The Stones of Venice, Volume I (of 3) The cuirassier had just caught a glimpse of me at the moment, and every eye was turned at once to where I was standing. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Do you take the king’s cuirassiers for highway robbers? The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z We followed him down the dark lane; about midway we saw a cuirassier on horseback with his back toward us. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 There were there chasseurs, cuirassiers, lancers, hussars, infantry of the line and of the guard, all mingled together, with torn uniforms, broken shakos, and plumeless helmets, and all seemingly famished. The Conscript A Story of the French war of 1813 “He says to wait,” doggedly repeated a cuirassier. The Missourian Suddenly the column opened, a rushing sound was heard, and down with the speed of lightning rode a squadron of cuirassiers. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II “No offence, I hope, young gallant?” replied the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was Ney who commanded them, as he had commanded the cuirassiers. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 I don't say that in a charge, however well drilled, they could stand against one of our cuirassier regiments. Through Russian Snows A Story of Napoleon's Retreat from Moscow The cuirassiers had gathered cobwebs from the rafters, and were dressing the wound. The Missourian Joining the first party I came up with, I asked the officer in what direction of the field I should find the cuirassier brigade. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II “What, varlet!” cried the cuirassier captain, turning furiously upon the speaker—“you presume—” “Only, great coronel, to gie ye a bit o’ sound advice. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z I leaned over his shoulder and saw all the cavalry of our right wing; the cuirassiers of Milhaud, the lancers and the chasseurs of the Guard, more than five thousand men—advancing at a trot. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 Certainly, "the stars connived" with her from the day in 1762 when she galloped in her cuirassier's uniform through the streets of St. Petersburg. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 The cuirassiers bore their wounded leader, and laid him on the iron bed in the room. The Missourian "They 're excellent fellows, these cuirassiers of ours, and I know you 'll like them." Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II By their armour and equipments, Walter knew them to be cuirassiers, in the service of the king. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Great numbers of fugitives came along the road, cuirassiers, lancers, and chasseurs. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 The state had recognized the importance of the new device and cuirassiers in glittering breastplates on horseback, and halbardiers in buff leather on foot guarded it in its transit through the sleeping city. Aircraft and Submarines The Story of the Invention, Development, and Present-Day Uses of War's Newest Weapons With feeble anger he brushed aside the hand of a cuirassier who was trying to staunch the blood at his groin. The Missourian "A brave cuirassier of the Guard should never say so while he has a chance left to serve his Emperor in another field of battle." Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II His encounter with the cuirassiers had produced an impression upon him, calculated to shake his political sentiments—almost to change them. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Then we went down to the street, but we had not reached the bridge when the cuirassiers began to file over it, followed by the dragoons and the mounted grenadiers of the guard. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 Then the massive grilles of the Tuileries swung upon their hinges and a squadron of cuirassiers slowly trotted into the Place de la Concorde. Mlle. Fouchette A Novel of French Life It’s, it’s––” “It’s something to do with the American,” declared a second cuirassier. The Missourian And here come the cuirassiers of the Guard, with a detachment of their own as escort; how splendidly they look in the bright sun, and how proudly they come! Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II It was the cuirassier guard issuing forth in pursuit. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z I knew how all this was, for I was at Lutzen, and I understand what a man suffers in recovering from a ball, or a musket-shot, or such a cut as our cuirassiers made. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 The cuirassiers can there trample men like flies! Mlle. Fouchette A Novel of French Life From the City of Mexico across the far northwestern desert the Chasseurs and cuirassiers rode their swift Arabian steeds, and into the town of Chihuahua at last. The Missourian As we passed from the gate, I stopped to question the sous-officier as to the route of the cuirassier division. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Just as Holtspur leaped down into the ditch, half-a-dozen cuirassiers, headed by a woman, were seen hurrying around the angle of the building towards its western façade. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Then they looked around them at the great squares of infantry, the squadrons of cuirassiers, of dragoons, chasseurs, lancers, etc., encamped amid the growing grain. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 Count Despilliers, the father, being a young man, and captain of cuirassiers, was in winter quarters in Flanders. The Phantom World or, The philosophy of spirits, apparitions, &c, &c. It was still another wondrous uniform for Driscoll, this of the cuirassiers, with so much of brass, and a queue of horse’s hair, and loose pantaloons that merged into gigantic black boots. The Missourian It was Nansouty who led them, and his heavy cuirassiers were in the van; and then came the grenadiers � cheval; ours was the third, in column. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II Instead of going to the point of rendezvous, which she had given to Holtspur himself, Bet conducted the cuirassiers out of the park by a path altogether different. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z They all went—hussars, chasseurs, cuirassiers, artillery, and infantry—pell-mell along the road, across the fields, like an army of savages. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 His grace advanced with six thousand foot, English and Dutch, thirty squadrons and three regiments of Imperial cuirassiers, the duke crossing the river at the head of the cavalry. Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges The cuirassiers, eager, awkward nurses, fluttered round the bed, and tore away the sky-blue jacket, thinking to find the wound beneath. The Missourian En avant! cuirassiers of the Tenth," called out the Emperor, as the last squadrons of the carbineers went by, "support your comrades! Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II “Name it, fair lady!” gallantly challenged the young cuirassier. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The cuirassier was on the ground, but his horse still stood beside him. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 The same pains were taken with the cuirassiers who are dashing across the front of the picture in the "Friedland." Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 8 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History “I–I––” His lips barely moved. 236The cuirassier sprang to his feet. The Missourian He seemed ready to jump on me, crush me between his cuirassier fists. Secret Memoirs: The Story of Louise, Crown Princess At the command, half-a-dozen of the cuirassiers spurred their steeds forward to the spot. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z As for the rest, I will not attempt to describe to you the appearance of the plateau in the rear of Ligny where our cuirassiers and dragoons had slaughtered all before them. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 And he struck up, in a clear voice: "Ah, how I would love this cuirassier If I were still a demoiselle." A Nest of Spies It made me mad to see the cuirassiers, in their retreat, stooping and stabbing at our wounded men, as they lay on the ground. Adventures in the Rifle Brigade, in the Peninsula, France, and the Netherlands from 1809 to 1815 I found the chin-strap of a German “Pickelhaube” in the grounds, the helmet of a French cuirassier, and the red pants of a Zouave, close together. “Crumps”, The Plain Story of a Canadian Who Went The cuirassier captain had watched the odd and affecting incident. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The Emperor knew that nobody could lead them like Ney, only he should have ordered them up an hour sooner, when our cuirassiers were in the squares; then we should have gained all. Waterloo A sequel to The Conscript of 1813 At Sainte-Menehould, a large contingent of cuirassiers and infantry had cleared out. A Nest of Spies At that moment twelve cuirassiers removed the coffin from the car. Cuore (Heart) An Italian Schoolboy's Journal This would be a hopeless affair with the right hand, particularly for a cuirassier. Hints on Horsemanship, to a Nephew and Niece or, Common Sense and Common Errors in Common Riding After giving utterance to them, the cuirassier captain leaped silently out of his saddle; and, mounting the stone steps, entered the door of the dwelling. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z While these may be ornamented with all the fancies of lace, embroidery, and buttons, the dress of the cuirassiers should be severely plain and simple. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 363, January, 1846 Hussars and cuirassiers joined forces and made a frightful uproar. A Nest of Spies Outside, along the Avenue, in absolute silence, a regiment of cuirassiers was passing, the level sun blazing like sheets of crimson fire across their helmets and breastplates. The Dark Star And at last they started, between two files of mounted Uhlans—Turcos, line infantrymen, gendarmes, lancers, and, towering head and shoulders above the others, the superb cuirassiers. The Maids of Paradise In his master’s bedroom—and other apartments that had not been entered by the cuirassiers—there by a number of valuable articles of a portable kind. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z A mounted squadron of cuirassiers, with glittering swords and coats of mail, in a dense mass which filled the streets, came clattering down at the full charge upon the multitude, cutting right and left. Louis Philippe Makers of History Series His Majesty's coach was escorted by a strong detachment of the Oxford Blues, accoutred as cuirassiers. Coronation Anecdotes My new residence was a small château, the proprietress of which was the widow of a colonel of cuirassiers in the old time. A Sailor of King George Entire ranks of cuirassiers went down in the smoke of the Prussian rifles, the sinister clash and crash of falling armor filled the air. The Maids of Paradise The conduct of the cuirassier captain was a slight to all on the ground. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z There were cuirassiers, heavy and light dragoons, chasseurs, hussars, grenadiers � cheval, and lancers of the guard, all of whom had different and splendid uniforms, and presented an uncommonly varied and magnificent appearance when reviewed together. Travels in France during the years 1814-15 Comprising a residence at Paris, during the stay of the allied armies, and at Aix, at the period of the landing of Bonaparte, in two volumes. The whole Brigade would have been wiped out after the repulse, when the Russian cavalry rode in pursuit, had not several squadrons of French Liprandi's victory cuirassiers ridden to the rescue. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) By Napoleon's orders a large force of French cuirassiers and lancers fell upon their flank before they could take breath again, and their ranks were frightfully thinned in a disorderly retreat. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) Instantly the Prussian infantry swarmed out of the houses and into the street, shouting, “Prisoners!” pushing, striking, and dragging the exhausted cuirassiers from their saddles. The Maids of Paradise It was not Will Walford who had summoned up her ludicrous soliloquy; nor yet the cuirassier—he who had called twice. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The charge of one of the regiments of cuirassiers, 1000 strong, upon the Champ de Mars, was one of the finest sights imaginable. Travels in France during the years 1814-15 Comprising a residence at Paris, during the stay of the allied armies, and at Aix, at the period of the landing of Bonaparte, in two volumes. Here, by the end of June 1883, was assembled a force officially computed to number 7000 infantry, 120 cuirassiers, 300 irregular cavalry, and not fewer than 30 pieces of artillery, including rockets and mortars. The Life of Gordon, Volume II About nine, a new battery on the enemy's right suddenly opened in the direction of the mill, near which Kellermann and his escort, with the reserve cuirassiers, were stationed, and produced the utmost confusion. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History “You saw the cuirassiers die in the street below,” I repeated, with the obstinacy of a limited intellect. The Maids of Paradise To make certain of the justness of this conjecture was the first move on the part of the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z With prompt resolution he started across the field, but, mistaking the direction in the fog, found himself in the midst of a detachment of imperial cuirassiers. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History These were the same valleys from which, under the rays of a brilliant sun, had poured forth the three long columns of dragoons and cuirassiers, resembling three rivers of glittering iron and brass. The Two Great Retreats of History I knew the patron myself, a fluent, amusing sort of person, who had been a cuirassier and who resembled Mayol ... a café-concert proprietor of an hotel.... The Merry-Go-Round And the silent, calm-eyed cuirassiers passed on, heads erect, uniforms in shreds, their battered armor foul with smoke and mud, spurs broken, scabbards empty. The Maids of Paradise The pursuit continued by the cuirassiers along the verdant banks of the Colne, was more for the purpose of saving appearances, than from any hope of overtaking the fugitive. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z But his own infantry was borne down by the black cuirassiers of Wallenstein, and, as he turned to attack them, the thick fog concealed their approach. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History See the English General!" cries Duchaud to his cuirassiers, "he is between two fires. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days Piccolomini hastened to support the cuirassiers; and the Swedes, being overmatched, retreated without perceiving—the fog having again come over—that they had left the King in the midst of the enemy. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 The cuirassiers moved on slowly, the sun a blinding sheet of fire on their armor; now and then a horse tossed his beautiful head, now and then a steel helmet turned, flashing. The Maids of Paradise In those times of political agitation, the military man often took part in state intrigues; and in this craft the cuirassier captain, under the guidance of his royal patroness, had inextricably engaged himself. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z He fell into the hands of the cuirassiers, one of whom, as the Swedes came up to the succor of their king, shot him through the head. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History And the echo rolls down the slope into the valley where Reille's infantry and a regiment of cuirassiers, and three more battalions of chasseurs, are making ready to second the assault on Mont Saint Jean. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days He then fell from his horse; and, other cuirassiers coming up, one of them completed the work of death. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 Far away, a thin cry sounded above the cannon din; the doomed cuirassiers were cheering. The Maids of Paradise It was one of the common stable lanthorns of the establishment—now doing guard duty in the quarters of the cuirassier troop. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The first impetuous shock of the heavy Finland cuirassiers dispersed the lightly-mounted Poles and Croats who were posted here, and their disorderly flight spread terror and confusion among the rest of the cavalry. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to Prose, Vol. VIII (of X) - Continental Europe II. No one could have entered that awful mêlée and faced the bayonet charge of Pelet's cuirassiers and the hail of bullets from their tirailleurs without taking imminent risk of death. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days Stalhanske rallies his Finlanders, drives back the Imperial cuirassiers, and bears away the King's body—easily distinguished from the rest of the slain by its heroic stature. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 Bewildered, stupefied, exhausted, the cuirassiers sat in their saddles, staring up at the windows where the Prussians stood and fired. The Maids of Paradise Not in Bulstrode mansion—where the prisoner was surrounded by fourscore cuirassiers? The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z All day the struggle went on with success in the balance and time after time it seemed as if nothing could save the English army from the furious charges of Napoleon's cuirassiers and heavy dragoons. A Treasury of Heroes and Heroines A Record of High Endeavour and Strange Adventure from 500 B.C. to 1920 A.D. The Albert cuirassiers rode through the first Polish line, but soon found their horses floundering in mud, and themselves attacked by lancers and pikemen on all sides. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality In the mean time some cuirassiers, attracted to the spot, demanded who the wounded man was. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 The street was still crowded with entrapped cuirassiers, huddled in groups or riding up and down the walls mechanically seeking shelter. The Maids of Paradise For what was the cuirassier captain abroad at so early an hour? The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z In this one he appeared as a colonel of cuirassiers, on a vaulting-horse, his eyes still smaller, his mouth open, and his hair straight. Bouvard and Pécuchet A Tragi-comic Novel of Bourgeois Life Latour Maubourg's dragoons and the Dutch cuirassiers, riding through the battalion intervals, charged the Russians in turn, and drove them back on their infantry, throwing many of them into the river. A Treatise on the Tactical Use of the Three Arms: Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry A pistol-ball now broke his arm; and as the Duke of Lauenburg was supporting him out of the battle, an Imperial cuirassier came behind him and shot him in the back. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 Our cuirassiers were assailed by a fire at arm's length, which at once carried dismay and confusion into their ranks. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II The cuirassiers had been astray in conjecturing that the noises heard in Wapsey’s Wood proceeded from a gang of gipsies. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Generally the cuirassiers came on stooping their heads very low, and giving point; the British frequently struck away their casques while they were in this position, and then laid at the bare head. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume V (of 10) Their armor is so heavy, that the mere fall of the riders on the ground is usually sufficient to disable them, as was the case with the French cuirassiers at Waterloo. A Treatise on the Tactical Use of the Three Arms: Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry I did so, and saw two or three groups of cuirassiers lounging about the street. Germany, Bohemia, and Hungary, Visited in 1837. Vol. II Blucher, unhorsed by our cuirassiers, escaped them only by a miracle. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II Returning upon the traces of the cuirassier guards, he re-entered the park, and advanced towards the mansion—which the darkness enabled him to do with safety. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z At one place, where there is a precipitous sand or gravel pit, the heavy English cavalry drove many of the cuirassiers over pell-mell, and followed over themselves, like fox-hunters. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume V (of 10) But, in the same battle, the Sixty-ninth British Regiment was instantly rolled up and destroyed by a charge of French cuirassiers on its flank. A Treatise on the Tactical Use of the Three Arms: Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry In the next moment their trumpets sounded the charge and they rushed to the attack, and as cuirassiers approached the British squares, the Heavy Brigade dashed into them. Scientific American Supplement, No. 664, September 22,1888 A fresh division of these came and fell upon our cuirassiers. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II The cheer was an utterance of the most enthusiastic joy—in which every individual in the crowd appeared to have had a voice—the discomfited cuirassiers excepted. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The cuirassiers, despite their arms of proof, were quite inferior to our heavy dragoons. Memoirs of the Life of Sir Walter Scott, Volume V (of 10) He was above the medium height, upright and broad-shouldered, and was altogether more fitted for a cuirassier than for a foot-soldier. The Strand Magazine, Volume V, Issue 30, June 1893 An Illustrated Monthly The six squadrons advanced in column, the cuirassiers leading, when they received the word to change direction to the right, then to form line, which was done under heavy fire. Scientific American Supplement, No. 664, September 22,1888 The Emperor immediately ordered General Kellerman and his cuirassiers, to hasten to extricate our first line. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II The cuirassier captain had done all in his power, to hinder the event from obtaining general publicity. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z It was three o'clock when he clattered into the single street of Forbach amid the blowing of bugles from a cuirassier regiment that was just leaving at a trot. Lorraine A romance Once the disciplined strength of the East Roman legions and the Persian cuirassiers had broken before the fiery onslaught of the fanatic sons of the desert, it was all over. The New World of Islam The cuirassiers getting into line first, charged at once, the 16th following in echelon. Scientific American Supplement, No. 664, September 22,1888 An officer of cuirassiers, seeing them approach, said: "They shall have neither me, nor my horse." Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II The cuirassier captain possessed but his pay—along with proud patronage it is true—but, neither was anything to make him, what he should become as the son-in-law of Sir Marmaduke Wade. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Jack noticed their carbines, wondering a little to see cuirassiers so armed, and marvelling at the long, slender, lance-like bayonets that were attached to the muzzles. Lorraine A romance We did not know whether the Federals had organized cuirassiers, or were recurring to the customs of Gustavus Adolphus. Destruction and Reconstruction: Personal Experiences of the Late War The French cuirassiers were driven back and pursued until the English brigade came under infantry fire. Scientific American Supplement, No. 664, September 22,1888 The light cavalry and cuirassiers were flanked in a second line, behind the first and second corps. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II “Strafford in the Tower!” gasped out the cuirassier captain, utterly astounded at the intelligence. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The big cuirassier sentinel had been joined by two more, all of the Hundred-Guards. Lorraine A romance Hussars from the country of the Gepids, cuirassiers from Armenia and the ancient seats of the Goths, and light cavalry from the regions occupied by the Huns, were the favourite bodies of troops. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 379, May, 1847 We seize on the occasion of a funeral for an outbreak without organization, and the cuirassiers of the military escort trample our ranks beneath their horses' hoofs. Edmond Dantès Immediately he ordered Marshal Ney, to take with him four battalions of the middle guard, and hasten with all speed to the fatal height, to support the cuirassiers by whom it was still occupied. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II The cuirassiers scanned the gallery with looks of disappointment. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z On came the long lines, distinct now—the blue and yellow of the Uhlans, the white and scarlet of the cuirassiers, plain against the gray trees and grayer pastures. Lorraine A romance His war-horse, Balan, was in its grave, and his own strength no longer served him to act the colonel of cuirassiers. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 379, May, 1847 On the Boulevard des Italiens appeared three regiments of the Line, a battalion of National Guards, a regiment of cuirassiers, and three field-pieces, with their caissons of ammunition. Edmond Dantès The 1st of chasseurs and 6th of lancers overthrew the Brunswickers; the 8th of cuirassiers defeated two Scotch battalions, and took from them a flag. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II The whole affair had been managed so silently that, beyond the six men comprising the guard, with the corporal himself, not another cuirassier knew of what had happened. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Grahame seized the reins, and lashed his horses; a cuirassier drove his bloody, foam-covered charger into the road in front and fell, butchered by a dozen bayonets. Lorraine A romance The Prussian cuirassiers have a heavy saddle with a low pommel and cantle, covered with leather, but it is not thought by Captain M'Clellan to present any thing worthy of imitation. The Prairie Traveler A Hand-book for Overland Expeditions The door was instantly closed and the vehicle drove off at a furious rate, surrounded by an escort of dragoons, cuirassiers and National Guards, two hundred in number, taking the water-side toward St. Cloud. Edmond Dantès The cuirassiers of General Milhaud set off at a gallop, to repulse the English horse. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II Soon after, plumes waving over steel helmets, then the helmets themselves, then glancing gorgets and breastplates, proclaimed the approach of a troop of cuirassiers. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z More cuirassiers galloped up; the crush became horrible. Lorraine A romance All the cuirassiers and the dragoons of Europe have saddles which they call French saddle, the weight of which is a load for the horse. The Prairie Traveler A Hand-book for Overland Expeditions The brothers and relations of El Hakkam, the viziers and their chief, the Hadjeb, the white and black eunuchs, the archers and cuirassiers of the guard, all swore obedience to the monarch. History of the Moors of Spain The horse grenadiers and dragoons of the guard, either from a misconception of Marshal Ney, or spontaneously, put themselves in motion, and followed the cuirassiers, without its being possible to stop them. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II Another troop of cuirassiers—larger than the first—was coming along the road in the direction of the bridge. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Riotous line soldiers cried out "Treason!" and hissed their generals or cursed their Emperor; the tall cuirassiers surged by in silence, sombre faces turned towards the west, where the white flag flew on the ramparts. Lorraine A romance We shook hands with Colonel O’Brien, thanking him for his kindness, and much to his regret, we were taken in charge by two French cuirassiers, who were waiting at the door. Peter Simple The next morning one of the cuirassiers looked into our cell. Percival Keene The guard, and Milhaud's cuirassiers, were disposed as a reserve in advance of Fleurus. Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon in 1815, Vol. II Sir Marmaduke believed the captain of the King’s cuirassiers quite capable of the infamous act. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The cavalry flung their sabres into the river, the cuirassiers threw away revolvers and helmets. Lorraine A romance All the great people were accompanied by running footmen, lacqueys, and others, and the whole procession was wound up with some fine squadrons of cuirassiers. Fred Markham in Russia The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar At length the camp was struck, and the army was on the march—7,000 infantry, 120 cuirassiers, 300 Bashi-Bazooks, and 30 guns with rocket battery. For Fortune and Glory A Story of the Soudan War He was descended from an ancient noble family, and his father served in a cuirassier regiment. A Survey of Russian Literature, with Selections Such it was—too sad to be described: the cuirassier captain appearing as much affected as any of those who assisted at it! The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Suddenly the stony street trembled with the outcrash of drums; the cuirassiers halted, the steel-mailed squadrons parted right and left; a carriage drove at a gallop through the opened ranks. Lorraine A romance On the outbreak of the civil war, eight years afterwards, these cuirassiers loyally adhered to the crown, and received the title of “The Royal Scots.” Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook, Vol. 3 A cuirassier is a cavalryman whose body is protected by a cuirass, a piece of defensive armor, covering the body from neck to girdle, and combining a breastplate and a back piece. Short Stories of Various Types Every one who wore an epaulette visited M. Renault's laboratory; the Colonel of cuirassiers went there several times—in hopes of meeting Clementine. The Man With The Broken Ear “And we!” simultaneously shouted a score of butchers, bakers, and blacksmiths, ranging themselves by the side of Garth, and severally confronting the cuirassiers—who had formed a phalanx in rear of their chief. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Heavy cavalry is composed of the heavier men and horses, and is usually divided into dragoons and cuirassiers. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 6, No 2, August, 1864 Devoted to Literature and National Policy To prevent this crossing Pappenheim had early moved at the head of two thousand cuirassiers, a movement which Tilly reluctantly permitted, though strictly ordering him not to fight. Historical Tales, Vol. 9 (of 15) The Romance of Reality. Scandinavian. I found the old cuirassier stretched out on the carpet with his face bleeding and motionless as if struck by a heavy blow. Short Stories of Various Types The cuirassier, being heavier, and mounted on a slower horse, was distanced. The Man With The Broken Ear Time permitting, it would be a pleasant task to depict the many joyous scenes that took place in the precincts of Bulstrode Park, subsequent to the departure of Scarthe and his cuirassiers. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The regiments raised by Prince Maurice, of Orange, above referred to, were the first known as cuirassiers, on account of the cuirasses which they wore for defence. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 6, No 2, August, 1864 Devoted to Literature and National Policy A charge at the last minute by the cuirassiers of the Emperor Francis' guard almost completed the annihilation of the first battalion of the regiment. The Eagle of the Empire A Story of Waterloo "We could see their red and blue uniforms and, if they were cuirassiers, their breastplates!" The Boy Scouts on the Trail This priest was a colonel of cuirassiers in full uniform. The Man With The Broken Ear Not that one, he had himself so proudly worn; but its fellow, which he had seen so tauntingly set on the helmet of the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Dommaigne, with his cavalry, charged the cuirassiers and the German Legion. No Surrender! A Tale of the Rising in La Vendee Poor fellows! many a tale have they told me of flood and field, of being sabred by the cuirassiers at Waterloo, of being impaled on a Polish lance, and of their wanderings and sufferings. Canada and the Canadians Volume I The cuirassiers chose this moment to make a rapid and menacing movement in advance, but without opening their column, and some of the artillery reappeared and commenced firing at the unoccupied intervals. Recollections of Europe Sambucco and her niece to their door, and met the big colonel of cuirassiers who had been honoring Clementine with his attentions. The Man With The Broken Ear “Come on!” she cried, gesticulating to the cuirassiers to follow her, “on to the Hedgerley road!” The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Dommaigne was killed, and the colonel of the German Legion desperately wounded; but a body of the Vendean infantry, coming up, took the cuirassiers in flank with their fire, and they fell back into Saumur. No Surrender! A Tale of the Rising in La Vendee "He refuses to oppose his light cavalry to cuirassiers, my lord," said an aid-de-camp, who had just returned from the division in question. The Ontario Readers: The High School Reader, 1886 A regiment of lancers was on the nearest flank, and another of cuirassiers was stationed at the opposite. Recollections of Europe "As you please," said the colonel of cuirassiers. The Man With The Broken Ear “It’s like as if some poor devil was giving his last kick?” muttered one of the cuirassiers. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Coustard saw that it must be recaptured, as the town was now open to the enemy; and ordered a detachment of cuirassiers, commanded by Colonel Weissen, to carry the bridge. No Surrender! A Tale of the Rising in La Vendee The 10th crashed into some cuirassiers who were coming up to try and relieve the flank of the Guard, overthrew them in a moment, and then plunged into the broken French Guard itself. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The artillery still fired occasionally, as on a retreating foe, and the lancers and cuirassiers were charging and manoeuvring, half a mile farther in advance, as if following up their advantage. Recollections of Europe The cuirassier murmured these words: "The race of colonels has vastly degenerated since 1813." The Man With The Broken Ear “I am your prisoner, then?” said Sir Marmaduke, folding up the paper, and returning it to the cuirassier captain. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z There are distinctions in this branch of the service, too, among the cavalry units being cuirassiers, hussars, uhlans and dragoons. Kelly Miller's History of the World War for Human Rights Where the horse alone was killed, the cuirassier could be seen stripping himself of his armour with desperate haste to escape. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes I had hardly ever seen a man in military uniform, and nothing so startling as those French cuirassiers. Golden Lads The garrison of Fontainebleau was at that time composed of four squadrons of cuirassiers and the 23d regiment of the line, which had distinguished itself at Magenta. The Man With The Broken Ear The cuirassier captain was followed by a score of his troopers, who chanced to be standing near—like himself at a loss to make out the meaning of that unlooked-for invasion. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z From the opposite direction a regiment of cuirassiers came to meet the dragoons. How Women Love (Soul Analysis) These two brigades—which did not number more than 2000 swords—wrecked an entire infantry corps, disabled forty guns, overthrew a division of cuirassiers, took 3000 prisoners, and captured two eagles. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes Monks and nuns mixed with the Swiss cuirassiers and halberds. Sketches and Studies in Italy and Greece, Third series To the monks who formerly inhabited this ancient priory, cuirassiers, dragoons and foot soldiers have succeeded. Rouen, It's History and Monuments A Guide to Strangers He was not likely ever to forget the loud huzza, that rose ironically from the crowd, as his discomfited cuirassiers swept past on their departure. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The long black shadows of the horses and riders dashed over the ground before them, as if the cruel shadows of death were preceding the living against the proud cuirassiers. How Women Love (Soul Analysis) It is a curious fact that the intelligence of the coming attack was brought to Wellington by a French cuirassier officer, who deserted his colours just before it took place. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The infantry threw down their rifles, the cuirassiers their helmets and breastplates; the gunners cut the traces of the horses, jumped upon their backs, and dashed on, without thinking of the fate of the rest. Dr. Dumany's Wife We were just in time, for two hundred and fifty cuirassiers came galloping along. In the Irish Brigade A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain Among the followers of the impetuous prince was one Richard Scarthe—late promoted to be a colonel, and commanding a “colour” of cuirassier horse. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The branches aid in screening them A body of German prisoners on their way to Paris under escort of French cuirassiers. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 12) The War Begins, Invasion of Belgium, Battle of the Marne Beneath their fire, in full career, Rush'd on the ponderous cuirassier, The lancer couch'd his ruthless spear, And hurrying as to havoc near, The cohorts' eagles flew. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The best performer of all was a cuirassier, a big blond fellow, with ruddy cheeks and dazzling teeth. Russian Rambles There was a sound of firing, shouting, and screaming, and I heard the gallop of a heavy body of horsemen, and, directly afterwards, a squadron of German cuirassiers came galloping down the street. In the Irish Brigade A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain On recovering from his surprise, the cuirassier captain hastened towards the window; but, before reaching it, he heard sounds without, conducting him to alarming conjectures. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z He immediately set off, overthrew all before him, and turning suddenly round on the left with his cuirassiers, was the first to enter the bloody redoubt, when he was struck dead by a musket-ball. History of the Expedition to Russia Undertaken by the Emperor Napoleon in the Year 1812 They leaped the hedge, or burst through it, crossed the road—at that point of shallow depth—and met the French cuirassiers in full charge. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The great white cuirassier's cloak was torn, burnt full of holes. Tales Of Hearsay Here also the cuirassiers, who were stationed everywhere, added a martial dignity to the splendor of the scene. The Title Market The cuirassier captain had seen such an assemblage before. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Their fire stopped the enemy's cuirassiers, and threw their ranks into disorder. History of the Expedition to Russia Undertaken by the Emperor Napoleon in the Year 1812 Colonel Marten says he was shot by a cuirassier who stood clear of the m�l�e, coolly taking pot-shots at the English Guardsmen. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes General Feraud, deeply touched by this demonstration, called with visible emotion upon the one-eyed veteran cuirassier and the officer of the Chasseurs � cheval, who had left the tip of his nose in Russia. The Point Of Honor A Military Tale With these words he rushed, at the head of a few Polish cuirassiers and the officers surrounding him, upon the advancing columns of the allies. Narrative of the Most Remarkable Events Which Occurred In and Near Leipzig Immediately Before, During, And Subsequent To, The Sanguinary Series Of Engagements Between The Allied Armies Of The French, From The 14th To The 19th October, 1813 It was at this moment, that Sir Marmaduke was called upon to interfere between the cuirassiers of Scarthe, and his own enthusiastic escort. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z These were the same valleys, from which, under the rays of a burning sun, poured forth the three long columns of dragoons and cuirassiers, resembling three rivers of glittering iron and brass. History of the Expedition to Russia Undertaken by the Emperor Napoleon in the Year 1812 They were standing in a line of contiguous squares with very short intervals, a small body of cuirassiers on their right, while the guns took post on their left. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes "He's existing at present, very uncomfortably it is true, in the infamous inn of that nest of savages up there," said the one-eyed cuirassier drily. The Point Of Honor A Military Tale The French cuirassiers, suspecting the design of the Saxons, followed, apparently with the intention of falling upon them. Narrative of the Most Remarkable Events Which Occurred In and Near Leipzig Immediately Before, During, And Subsequent To, The Sanguinary Series Of Engagements Between The Allied Armies Of The French, From The 14th To The 19th October, 1813 The presence of Scarthe and his cuirassiers no longer interdicted the entrance of Henry Holtspur into the mansion of Sir Marmaduke Wade—who was ever but too happy to make his preserver welcome. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The French cuirassiers charged the artillerymen and drove them from their guns; and then rode fiercely on the squares behind. The History of Napoleon Buonaparte The cuirassiers advanced a few paces; our men ceased firing, and, bold in their four-deep formation, came down to a sort of elevated bayonet charge; but the cuirassiers declined the contest, and turned. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The one-eyed cuirassier said judicially: "That cannot be refused." The Point Of Honor A Military Tale A Saxon cuirassier declared, without reserve, that it might be considered as decided, adding, "We have lost a deal of ground already."—Stötteritz and Schönefeld were stormed the same evening. Narrative of the Most Remarkable Events Which Occurred In and Near Leipzig Immediately Before, During, And Subsequent To, The Sanguinary Series Of Engagements Between The Allied Armies Of The French, From The 14th To The 19th October, 1813 If he felt inclined to join our cuirassiers, I’d make a corporal of him, without asking a question.” The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The next attempt was made on the centre of the British line, by a great force of cuirassiers and four columns of infantry. The History of Napoleon Buonaparte They were flanked by mail-clad cuirassiers, with glittering helmets and breast-plates; lines of scarlet-clad lancers; and hussars, with bearskin caps and jackets glittering with gold lace. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes Had it been a troop of French cuirassiers charging across the ground, and threatening annihilation to the unfortunate hack and his rider, I could not have been much more astounded. The Lieutenant and Commander Being Autobigraphical Sketches of His Own Career, from Fragments of Voyages and Travels There I stopped until I was pulled out by an ancient captain of cuirassiers, who had never seen an Englishman before and wanted to hear all about us. Adventures of a Despatch Rider Had it been the coarse cuirassier—Bet’s latest conquest—or even the officer who at the fête had made so free with her lips, Will Walford would have been pained by the presence of either. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z Their meeting was stern: they fought for some time at sword's length; at last the cuirassiers gave way, and fled for the protection of their artillery. The History of Napoleon Buonaparte The head of the French column was falling to pieces, but the main body was yet steady, and the cuirassiers covering its flank were coming swiftly on. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The cavalry, which had charged the black cuirassiers of Wallenstein, was less successful. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German The ancient captain of cuirassiers, who had hauled me out of my shrine into the rain that afternoon, made me understand there was a great and unknown number of French on our left. Adventures of a Despatch Rider On his part the cuirassier captain used every effort to thaw the ice that surrounded him. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The crisis of the drama was reached almost as I entered, the cuirassier coming in with his head bound up in a bloody towel! A Day's Tour A Journey through France and Belgium by Calais, Tournay, Orchies, Douai, Arras, Béthune, Lille, Comines, Ypres, Hazebrouck, Berg The 2nd Life Guards and the Dragoons, coming on a little in the rear, struck the right regiment of the cuirassiers and hurled them across the junction of the roads. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes His short-sightedness, or the foggy condition of the atmosphere, unluckily brought him too near a party of the black cuirassiers, and in an instant a shot struck him, breaking his left arm. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German Once I had to take to the ditch when some cuirassiers galloped out of the fog straight at me. Adventures of a Despatch Rider The cuirassier captain was not in the position to demand, or even seek it by request. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z In the darkness a cuirassier, with head bent upon his chest, stumbled forward, leading his horse, too weak and tired to bear him. The New York Times Current History of the European War, Vol 1, Issue 4, January 23, 1915 The front of the 1st Life Guards was broken by a fire of this sort, and Gronow relates how the cuirassiers made a dash at the opening. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The collar, saturated with blood, which had fallen into the hands of the cuirassiers, was taken to Vienna and presented to the emperor, who is said to have shed tears on seeing it. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German Not to mention Eginhard—for he was a private secretary—has not a newspaper recently recorded how a German princess bequeathed her fortune to a simple lieutenant of cuirassiers in the imperial guard? The Physiology of Marriage, Complete The beautiful Betsey did not think it necessary to inform her father, that the cuirassier had said a good deal more: since it was in the shape of gallant speeches, and related only to herself. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The heavy cavalry are divided into carabiniers, cuirassiers, and sometimes lancers. Elements of Military Art and Science Or, Course Of Instruction In Strategy, Fortification, Tactics Of Battles, &C.; Embracing The Duties Of Staff, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, And Engineers; Adapted To The Use Of Volunteers And Militia; Third Edition; With Critical Notes On The Mexican And Crimean Wars. The beer did as little harm on the cuirassiers' coats as it would have done in the American's stomach, and was at least the incidental means of bringing the whole scene to an abrupt end. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 82, August, 1864 They were repulsed, and the cuirassiers fiercely charged the Swedish infantry in flank, driving it back beyond the trenches. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German Frenchmen, Frenchmen, Frenchmen, infantry in thousands and scores of thousands, big guns in scores and hundreds, cuirassiers, hussars, cannoneers! The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne At the command to enter, the door was opened, showing a cuirassier standing upon the stoop, with his hand raised to his helmet. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z The two latter are frequently united, the cuirassiers being armed with the lance. Elements of Military Art and Science Or, Course Of Instruction In Strategy, Fortification, Tactics Of Battles, &C.; Embracing The Duties Of Staff, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, And Engineers; Adapted To The Use Of Volunteers And Militia; Third Edition; With Critical Notes On The Mexican And Crimean Wars. The supposition was, that the rough treatment grew out of the cuirassiers' jealousy that they were not so well served by the waiting-maids as the American company and their guests. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 82, August, 1864 The cuirassiers advanced, while Leubelfing, the king's page, a boy of eighteen, who had alone remained with him, was endeavoring to raise him up. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German The Uhlans, the hussars and the cuirassiers reeled back in the very moment of triumph. The Forest of Swords A Story of Paris and the Marne The cuirassier captain had not taken the trouble to collect this information without some glimmering of a design; though, as yet, he saw not very clearly in what way he could benefit by the knowledge. The White Gauntlet 2011-03-30T02:00:16.130Z And then there came a cuirassier And cut me on the chest;— He had no pity in his heart, For he had steel'd his breast. The Poetical Works of Thomas Hood Finally, cuirassiers of the guard rode through the street to disperse the mob. New York Times Current History: The European War, Vol 2, No. 1, April, 1915 April-September, 1915 As they retired they discharged their weapons at the helpless king, one of the cuirassiers shooting him through the head as he rushed past his prostrate form. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German It happened that a French regiment of cuirassiers, with the fine clangour of its drums and trumpets, was passing under the window at the moment. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 54, No. 333, July 1843 In one of these Blucher himself was with them; and as they were in turn driven back by a charge of the French cuirassiers his horse was shot, bringing him to the ground. One of the 28th A Tale of Waterloo There were cuirassiers," he says, "without cuirasses, fusileers without guns, horsemen on foot, and infantry on horseback. France in the Nineteenth Century The astonished cuirassiers, who were wholly unprepared for the assault, were soon overpowered by the Volons, who also outnumbered them. The Nameless Castle And there it was that with these very eyes of mine I saw the famous charge of the cuirassiers. The Downfall So charged the bright billows of cuirassiers at Waterloo: so hurled them off the long line of living walls, whose base was as the sea-beach, wreck-strown, in a gale. Mardi: and A Voyage Thither, Vol. I His aid-de-camp leaped off and threw his cloak over him as the cuirassiers came thundering past, intent upon overtaking the Prussian cavalry. One of the 28th A Tale of Waterloo The heavy cavalry was collected in a single strong reserve, composed of two divisions of cuirassiers, four of dragoons, and one of light cavalry. The Art of War It was a company of cuirassiers, whose polished breastplates glittered in the sunlight like stars. The Nameless Castle The light infantry of Maria Theresa, and the Hungarian grenadiers and cuirassiers, a mass of steel and gold, closed the march of the main body. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 55, No. 339, January, 1844 We shook hands with Colonel O'Brien, thanking him for his kindness, and, much to his regret, we were taken in charge by two French cuirassiers, who were waiting at the door. Peter Simple; and, The Three Cutters, Vol. 1-2 The French infantry, supported by a column of cuirassiers, advanced against the Hanoverians, and driving them back approached the spot where the Ninety-second were lying. One of the 28th A Tale of Waterloo Some military men of experience are inclined even to arm the cuirassiers with lances, believing that such cavalry, resembling very much the men-at-arms of former days, would bear down every thing before them. The Art of War The captain of the cuirassiers was not a little surprised to find the general's wife playing cards with the hostile leader. The Nameless Castle Tailor Schneck's son, he who had been one of, the cuirassiers at the christening of the crown prince, had arranged and was now conducting the parting ceremonies. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 3 Seeing no obstruction, I went in that direction, and penetrated to the very rear of a squadron of cuirassiers, who were dismounted, forming the outer line of the whole body. A Residence in France With an Excursion Up the Rhine, and a Second Visit to Switzerland The cuirassiers had passed La Haye Sainte, and almost cut to pieces a Hanoverian battalion which was advancing to reinforce the defenders. One of the 28th A Tale of Waterloo No cavalry will penetrate where lancers or cuirassiers at a trot cannot. The Art of War The Duke put his arm around him to support him, but the cuirassiers surged against them and tore them apart. Hero Tales of the Far North What a smoke there was about La Haye Sainte and Hougomont, with now lines of red infantry, or a column in dark blue, or a mass of flashing cuirassiers hidden for a moment, then reappearing! The Last Leaf Observations, during Seventy-Five Years, of Men and Events in America and Europe The cuirassiers mounted, wheeled into platoons, and trotted briskly towards the enemy with singular expedition. A Residence in France With an Excursion Up the Rhine, and a Second Visit to Switzerland The First Life Guards and the Blues were still engaged with the cuirassiers opposed to them; for these, although driven back, were fighting doggedly. One of the 28th A Tale of Waterloo To break good squares, cannon and lancers are required, or, better still, cuirassiers armed with lances. The Art of War "The black fellows there," he shouted, pointing to the Emperor's cuirassiers in their black armor, "attack them!" Hero Tales of the Far North The Spaniards likewise found huge balls of spun cotton and bunches of divers coloured feathers from which headdresses, similar to those of our cuirassiers, or mantles of state are made. De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) The Eight Decades of Peter Martyr D'Anghera But when the dragoon told his tale, the king was extremely well satisfied with him, gave him a hundred dollars, and made him a quartermaster to a troop of cuirassiers. Memoirs of a Cavalier A Military Journal of the Wars in Germany, and the Wars in England. From the Year 1632 to the Year 1648. Wandering about the country, he came up with a regiment of cuirassiers and asked if he might not fight with them. My Year of the War Including an Account of Experiences with the Troops in France and the Record of a Visit to the Grand Fleet Which is Here Given for the First Time in its Complete Form Sure enough—there they were—cuirassiers—the sun glinting on their helmets, riding slowly towards Paris, as gaily as if returning from a fête, with all sorts of trophies hanging to their saddles. On the Edge of the War Zone From the Battle of the Marne to the Entrance of the Stars and Stripes In the fog he lost his way and ran into the cuirassiers. Hero Tales of the Far North Scarcely had this officer time to intrench himself on the opposite bank, when he was attacked by 14 squadrons of Spanish dragoons and cuirassiers. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 03 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes A cuirassier with his head bent upon his chest stumbled forward, leading a horse too weak and tired to bear him. The Soul of the War I have been ridden over by fifteen hundred cuirassiers A and by the Russian hussars of Grodno, and I had no harm from that. The Great Shadow and Other Napoleonic Tales From out of the shadow into the full sunlight with a flash of silver lightning whirled a body of cuirassiers, wheeled into line, and came on, reforming as they came, at a canter. Dawn of All "By heaven!" cried Gray, "here come the Brunswick horse in confusion, pursued by the cuirassiers along the road, near the village." The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 13, No. 359, March 7, 1829 As to Charpentier, he had the kind of horse which a horse grenadier or a cuirassier would be likely to ride: a back like a bedstead, you understand, and legs like the posts. The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard My gravedigger plucked my sleeve and showed me where he had buried a French cuirassier who had been shot as he kept a lonely guard at the edge of a wood. The Soul of the War The first was an English dragoon, his face right down on his horse's mane, with a French cuirassier, an old, grey-headed fellow, thundering behind him, on a big black mare. The Great Shadow and Other Napoleonic Tales |
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