| 单词 | generalship |
| 例句 | Somewhere in the maze Brinker’s sense of generalship disappeared, and he too became as slippery as an Arab, as intriguing as a eunuch. A Separate Peace 1959-01-01T00:00:00Z What finally ground the French down, by Andress's account, was the seamanship of Nelson, the generalship of Wellington, and, throughout the war, the "resilience" of the British elite, the ruling class. The Savage Storm by David Andress - review 2012-12-06T10:00:01Z "It is important we recognise the leadership and generalship of Sir Douglas Haig in commanding what was the largest land force ever to leave these shores," he said. Authors prepare to mark centenary of first world war with flood of new books 2013-06-09T08:30:02Z Wasn't the Russian military — because of poor morale, poor generalship, outdated weapons, desertions, a lack of ammunition that supposedly forced soldiers to fight with shovels, and severe supply shortages — supposed to collapse months ago? They lied about Afghanistan. They lied about Iraq. Now they're lying about Ukraine 2023-07-08T04:00:00Z He proved Sunday in the Super Bowl that he is the standard-bearer of field generalship in the new, wide-open offensive NFL. Perspective | What exactly does Eric Bieniemy need to do to get a head coaching job? 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z “We can separate Lee’s generalship of the Confederacy and his symbolism as patron saint of the Lost Cause from his laudable contribution to the university,” Professor Morel said. A Liberal Town Built Around Confederate Generals Rethinks Its Identity 2020-07-26T04:00:00Z Barr’s memo, his apparent meal ticket to the attorney generalship, is nothing more than a transparent effort to rewrite history to create a president who is above the law. Opinion | I was in Congress during Nixon’s impeachment proceedings. William Barr is wrong. 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z It derives from a Greek word meaning “generalship” or “the office or command of a general”; it was an enterprise for the man in charge. ‘Strategy’ May Be More Useful to Pawns Than to Kings 2018-09-04T04:00:00Z "To see you function and see your field generalship, those are the situations that I like seeing," Helton said. Quarterback competition begins to take shape at USC's spring practice 2018-03-20T04:00:00Z During the election campaign, though a general of his choice led the chants to “lock her up,” Trump himself was surprisingly clear-eyed when it came to the nature of American generalship in the twenty-first century. All hail the generals! Who's left standing in Donald Trump's administration? 2017-09-11T04:00:00Z And however strong the disinclination to concede that Donald Trump could be right about anything, his verdict on American generalship qualifies as apt. Donald Trump’s swamp of war: What does he know that career military officers don’t? 2016-12-01T05:00:00Z The president-elect’s ideal of generalship frequently seems frozen in amber, harking back to his high school days at New York Military Academy. What Trump may not know about the generals he’s eyeing for top positions 2016-11-22T05:00:00Z Clinton displayed all-around good ring generalship, leaving him pawing at the wind. Can Donald Trump be saved by the bell? 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z And ultimately, I think I’m the smarter fighter – boxing IQ-wise and ring generalship. Daniel Jacobs' inspiration reaches greater audience with Peter Quillin fight 2015-10-07T04:00:00Z Petraeus, who followed his Iraq generalship by helming Central Command and then the Afghanistan war, also offered a mixed and qualified assessment on the Iran nuclear deal. David Petraeus urges Obama to credibly threaten Assad’s force in Syria 2015-09-22T04:00:00Z Second, to what degree does faulty generalship suffice to explain why actual victory has proven so elusive? Donald Trump’s swamp of war: What does he know that career military officers don’t? 2016-12-01T05:00:00Z When he was subsequently captured by the Confederates, Lee offered him a Southern generalship—which Harney, then in his 60s, refused because of his oath to the Union. The Battle of Harney Peak, 21st-Century-Style 2015-07-24T04:00:00Z “The fact of the matter is, she supports the immigration policy of the president. What nominee would come before the Senate for the attorney generalship who did not support the policy of the president?” Loretta Lynch stays in limbo as Senate prepares to take up other matters 2015-03-20T04:00:00Z Hopkins’s “ring generalship” is what sets him apart, Allen says. Bernard Hopkins, Boxing’s Oldest – and Most Cunning – Champion 2014-10-31T04:00:00Z It is, of course, permissible to admire Patton for his generalship and astonishing bravery. What Bill O’Reilly ignored about George Patton Back then, standards employed in evaluating generalship were clear-cut and uncompromising. Donald Trump’s swamp of war: What does he know that career military officers don’t? 2016-12-01T05:00:00Z Constitutional liberties are not to be taken lightly; unfortunately the verdict on Eric Holder’s attorney generalship may be that he did just that. Attorney General Eric Holder Resigns as Obama's 'Flak Catcher' 2014-09-25T04:00:00Z Korda, however, does not shy away from identifying the flaws in Lee’s generalship, including excessive faith in the capacity of his soldiers, which helps to explain the disaster of Pickett’s Charge at Gettysburg. Book review: ‘Clouds of Glory: the Life and Legend of Robert E. Lee’ by Michael Korda At the Battle of Chickamauga in September 1863, Granger’s generalship helped lead the Union to victory. New York Civil War hero is subject of museum talk 2014-05-27T04:00:00Z His ability to convey U.S. strategy in an engaging, charismatic way is a tailored fit for the Pacific job, which involves more military diplomacy than traditional lead-the-troops generalship. Army’s ‘Pacific Pathways’ initiative sets up turf battle with Marines 2013-12-30T01:25:18Z As to the first question, the explanation is quite simple: During protracted wars, traditional standards for measuring generalship lose their salience. Donald Trump’s swamp of war: What does he know that career military officers don’t? 2016-12-01T05:00:00Z When a warlike prince attacks a powerful state, his generalship shows itself in preventing the concentration of the enemy’s forces. Sun Tzu's The Art of War, Illustrated (Chapter 11: The Nine Situations, Part 2) 2013-11-12T18:35:00Z For much of this game, this was a dominant display by Germany, inspired by Sami Khedira's midfield generalship, Thomas Mueller's prodigious work on the wings and a workrate and ambition that glowed throughout the team. Denmark 1-2 Germany 2012-06-17T20:36:30Z Thus we find, that though the struggle was continued, it lacked the boldness, energy, and high military tactics which had characterized the generalship of the martyred chief. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z War was now irrevocably declared, and Rupert found his generalship no sinecure. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z The extrication of the Le Cateau army from a position which, on paper, was all but hopeless, was undoubtedly a very fine piece of generalship on the part of Sir Horace Smith-Dorrien. The First Seven Divisions Being a Detailed Account of the Fighting from Mons to Ypres 2012-03-17T02:01:05.397Z Over the next decade, D’Antoni’s floor generalship led Milan to five league titles and D’Antoni became the club’s career leading scorer. Off the Dribble: Did History Play a Role in D'Antoni's Departure? 2012-03-16T20:58:59Z It was evident to every observer that under his generalship the Turkish army had vastly improved both in appearance and in discipline. Under Four Administrations From Cleveland to Taft 2012-03-16T02:00:21.923Z He felt that he had underrated the strength and undervalued the generalship of Llewelyn, and to make up for the losses he had sustained he raised fresh levies throughout his dominions. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z In December of the same year the allies, who did not work harmoniously together, were driven out, mainly by the generalship of Napoleon. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 6 "Home, Daniel" to "Hortensius, Quintus" 2012-03-15T02:00:32.250Z The generalship displayed was of a high order, and the troops engaged behaved with the greatest steadiness and courage. The First Seven Divisions Being a Detailed Account of the Fighting from Mons to Ypres 2012-03-17T02:01:05.397Z Hamilton's eloquence stirred the State of New York in the contest; but Burr's generalship in politics won the votes, and he was elected. Famous American Statesmen 2012-03-01T03:00:26.167Z But the truth is you are jealous, my friend--jealous of my excellent generalship; but for which I verily believe you would be decorating a gallows in the market-place at this moment. My Lady Rotha A Romance 2012-02-27T03:00:10.983Z With the generalship of experienced warriors like Thurkil and Olaf, supported by the resources of a roused people, he could not be expected to cope. Canute the Great The Rise of Danish Imperialism during the Viking Age 2012-02-23T03:00:38.817Z Everything seemed like a chaos, but through it her cool-headed generalship kept an effective order. Comrade Yetta 2012-02-15T03:00:24.213Z But the good generalship and disciplined forces of Assyria eventually prevailed, and she emerged from the struggle, exhausted indeed, but triumphant. The Egypt of the Hebrews and Herodotos 2012-02-14T03:00:25.940Z She is prompt: she is resolute: she has the utmost confidence in her own generalship. Mr. Punch's Golf Stories 2012-01-28T03:00:25.907Z Any comparison between the generalship of these two great commanders would therefore be misleading, for want of a common basis. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 7 "Crocoite" to "Cuba" 2012-01-22T03:00:24.397Z Here was an opportunity for the young Dane to show some generalship, and the opportunity was improved. Canute the Great The Rise of Danish Imperialism during the Viking Age 2012-02-23T03:00:38.817Z His service under Scipio, and his admiration of his generalship, made him keenly sensitive to the disgrace incurred by the Roman arms under 'the limping Hostilius and Manius29,' and in the war against Viriathus. The Roman Poets of the Republic 2012-01-15T03:00:14.187Z Dr. Bellair watched with keen interest the effect of her somewhat daring description, as Miss Orella stepped from room to room examining everything with a careful eye, with an expression of growing generalship. The Crux 2012-01-12T03:00:12.630Z When Lochien had finished Queen Tzaneen praised him highly for his loyalty and generalship, and, realizing that the story was told, we went back to our camp. Adventures in Swaziland The Story of a South African Boer 2012-01-01T03:00:06.887Z In generalship Pickett was not a bit below the “gay rider.” From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z Perhaps of even greater importance was military skill and experienced generalship. Canute the Great The Rise of Danish Imperialism during the Viking Age 2012-02-23T03:00:38.817Z He had not inherited his father’s generalship, and his rashness and headstrong valour more than once brought disaster on his troops, but the showy quality of his fighting brought him great popularity in the army. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 6 "Groups, Theory of" to "Gwyniad" 2011-12-16T03:00:12.320Z But it will require world-wide organization, good generalship, and great concentration of effort. Our National Defense: The Patriotism of Peace 2011-12-14T03:00:16.577Z The latter's generalship overcame the unitarian rebellions in that province and repelled the invasions from Uruguay. The South American Republics Part I of II 2011-11-06T02:00:14.827Z It does not look like generalship to lose a battle and a cause and then lay the responsibility upon others. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z There can be no doubt as to Edmund's bravery on the battle-field; perhaps he was also in possession of some talent in the way of generalship. Canute the Great The Rise of Danish Imperialism during the Viking Age 2012-02-23T03:00:38.817Z He was not a soldier, but no soldier ever showed greater qualities of generalship than he. The Indians' Last Fight Or The Dull Knife Raid 2011-11-06T02:00:13.167Z There can be hardly a doubt that the capture of the hill and castle of Chapultepec, before assaulting the city, was imperatively demanded by good generalship. Mexico, Aztec, Spanish and Republican Vol. 1 of 2 A Historical, Geographical, Political, Statistical and Social Account of That Country From the Period of the Invasion by the Spaniards to the Present Time; With a View of the Ancient Aztec Empire and Civilization; A Historical Sketch of the Late War; And Notices of New Mexico and California 2011-11-02T02:00:11.380Z At any rate it was vicious in so far as immediate advantages were sacrificed to hopes of ultimate success which Gambetta and de Freycinet did wrong to base on Bourbaki’s powers of generalship. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z An eye for country, readiness of resource, generalship and courage is needed in this "image of war." Life in an Indian Outpost 2011-10-19T02:00:19.943Z Thus the enveloping attack could not be repeated, and in a battle on equal fronts the old generalship and the old armies had the advantage. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z It requires some tact and church generalship in any man who has not been brought up a Protestant, to obtain admission into them upon any terms. Auricular Confession and Popish Nunneries Volumes I. and II., Complete 2011-10-12T02:00:45.373Z The splendid generalship of Lincoln, his telling blows gradually disposed of the gallant Hardin, who gracefully declined to be longer considered as a candidate. Lincoln, the Politician 2011-10-11T02:01:06.270Z After this experience the wild courage of his youth gave place to the unshakable resolution which afterwards characterized the prince’s generalship. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z The scene was the most unusual one of the kind which I had ever witnessed, and I was tempted to applaud the generalship which won the situation. Ocean to Ocean on Horseback Being the Story of a Tour in the Saddle from the Atlantic to the Pacific; with Especial Reference to the Early History and Devel 2011-10-06T02:00:32.743Z Very few of Napoleon’s acts of generalship have been more criticized than this resolution to march on Milan, which abandoned Genoa to its fate and gave Melas a week’s leisure to assemble his scattered forces. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z "Well, come along; you cannot say that my generalship has not made you comfortable, anyhow." Left to Ourselves or, John Headley's Promise. 2011-10-05T02:00:17.183Z Such battles for humanity require good generalship as well as those of cannon, fife and drum. Lincoln, the Politician 2011-10-11T02:01:06.270Z But not even their courage could save them, unsupported and without generalship as they were, from the impetuous determination of Alexander. The Golden Hope A Story of the Time of King Alexander the Great 2011-10-02T02:00:13.920Z The rebel soldiers were positive that Grant was in command, as Sheridan never before had exhibited such generalship. Campaign of the Fourteenth Regiment New Jersey Volunteers 2011-09-29T02:00:13.017Z But at the crisis the rough energetic warrior who despised “raisonneurs,” displayed generalship of the first order, and taking in hand all his scattered detachments, he manœuvred them in the Napoleonic fashion. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z The fact seems to have been that the soldiership was bad, but Moore's generalship excellent. Napoleon's Letters to Josephine 2011-09-23T02:00:21.947Z To husband strength, to bide the time, to await the solemn moment for attack, is political generalship, a generalship that is as essential in the Senate as on the battlefield. Lincoln, the Politician 2011-10-11T02:01:06.270Z A second campaign was undertaken against the Christians of the north, in which the generalship was really done by Ghālib, the commander of the frontier forces, a brave officer, whom Almanzor adroitly made his friend. The Moors in Spain 2011-08-29T02:01:09.183Z Mrs. Bryan lent a helping hand here and there as it was needed, but in the main she left the guidance of the affair to Winona’s generalship. Winona of the Camp Fire 2011-08-28T02:00:35.510Z The main attack was vigorously conducted, and the two-to-one numerical superiority which the French possessed at the decisive point is the best testimony at once to Souham’s generalship and to Vandamme’s bravery. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 2 "French Literature" to "Frost, William" 2011-10-14T02:00:26.280Z "Some of Lady Tattersall's generalship!" he thought, as the gray trotted out of the square. Cecil Castlemaine's Gage, Lady Marabout's Troubles, and Other Stories 2011-08-25T02:00:30.323Z By his consummate generalship and the matchless endurance of his men the pursuers were evaded and San Marino reached, though with a sadly diminished force. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4 "G" to "Gaskell, Elizabeth" 2011-08-24T02:00:20.690Z The effect of this act of generalship soon became apparent. Papers from Overlook-House 2011-08-07T02:00:08.643Z William's reputation for generalship, perhaps unduly raised by his recent exploits in Ireland, underwent a serious decline. William the Third 2011-07-31T02:00:12.077Z In looking back upon the events of this day, I cannot help being struck with the bad generalship of those who commanded the French army. Twenty-Five Years in the Rifle Brigade 2011-07-21T02:00:19.027Z True—true, my boy," he replied, "I was so overjoyed at trapping so many of his compeers, that I had entirely forgotten his generalship; but we will care for his standing, and that right speedily. The Cavaliers of Virginia or, The Recluse of Jamestown. Vol. II 2011-07-18T02:00:20.080Z Count Henrik hath no doubt a strong desire to show you his prowess and generalship. King Eric and the Outlaws, Vol. 1 or, the Throne, the Church, and the People in the Thirteenth Century. Vol. I. 2011-07-07T02:00:29.790Z These victories were won not by hammer blows of greatly superior numbers but by generalship of the highest order and far superior to that of the German leaders. Lest We Forget World War Stories 2011-07-07T02:00:28.183Z It is only fair to remember, however, that the generalship of James's army was beneath contempt. William the Third 2011-07-31T02:00:12.077Z I received great credit for my generalship, and was complimented by the officers of my corps, they being the only people in the division, I believe, who had the comfort of their baggage that night. Twenty-Five Years in the Rifle Brigade 2011-07-21T02:00:19.027Z The redoubtable general, however, was severely wounded, his thigh bone being shattered, but his generalship had won the battle which broke the British army. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z But if her astuteness failed her as to the bonâ fides of the plan, in the execution of the same she showed skill and generalship. Fordham's Feud 2011-07-05T02:00:31.267Z The attack was made absolutely without method or order, and no pretence to generalship. The Red Derelict 2011-07-05T02:00:30.143Z It was his unprosperous generalship, of which he never thought without vexation. Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Travels, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-06-22T02:00:23.137Z Having penetrated beyond the Mori Bastion they fell back and fortified themselves against counter assault, thus displaying unimpeachable tactics, but bad generalship in view of the enemy’s demoralization. The Red Year A Story of the Indian Mutiny 2011-06-22T02:00:20.120Z In 1832 he was appointed colonel of militia, and was promoted to a major generalship. Fifty Years In The Northwest With An Introduction And Appendix Containing Reminiscences, Incidents And Notes 2011-06-13T02:00:27.317Z Mrs. Macleod laid her hand on my shoulder and smiled, saying with a sigh of relief: "If you will only take the generalship, Marcia, you will find in me a good aide-de-camp." A Cry in the Wilderness 2011-06-01T02:00:28.933Z At home his Royal Highness was much attacked, some venturing to describe his personal conduct as cowardly, and his generalship as contemptible. The Impeachment of The House of Brunswick 2011-05-31T02:00:34.353Z Marlborough did not learn anything of the art of generalship by his month's visit to Ireland. The Viceroys of Ireland 2011-05-24T02:00:11.197Z Luckily he had the gift of prompt decision that is nine tenths of generalship. The Red Year A Story of the Indian Mutiny 2011-06-22T02:00:20.120Z This is a strong element of defeat, for the first condition of successful generalship is youth. French Classics 2011-05-22T02:00:12.620Z Reynolds, by magnificent generalship and fighting, restored the broken line in his front, and firmly established himself there. Chattanooga and Chickamauga Reprint of Gen. H. V. Boynton's letters to the Cincinnati Commercial Gazette, August, 1888. 2011-05-10T02:00:58.760Z Sigurd possessed none of the qualities of generalship, beyond a desperate and headlong valour, which always bore him into the thickest of the fight. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z Ireland was even then renowned for its simple-hearted allegiance to the old faith, and James was under the impression that fanaticism can beat generalship and numbers. The Viceroys of Ireland 2011-05-24T02:00:11.197Z From the first days he had beset the Central Committee, the Ministries, in quest of a generalship, his hands full of war plans against the mayors. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z He suffered attacks on his character and generalship. How the "Lost Cause" poisoned our history books 2011-05-01T14:01:00Z Their life was wild and terrible, and their history teems with cruelty and bloodshed, but the lurid page is lighted here and there by tales of romantic adventure, chivalrous valour, and brilliant generalship. Cuba Past and Present 2011-04-16T02:00:18.193Z No. Whenever such love is won, it is won easily, without laying of siege, or clever generalship; in fact, astuteness, or tactics of any sort, are fatal to success. The Last of the Vikings 2011-05-09T02:00:04.200Z He made his first move forward on 12th Dec., 1916, and the history of the Mesopotamian campaign then entered on a brighter epoch, a result due to Maude's deliberate, bold, and prudent generalship. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 3: Estremoz to Felspar 2011-04-14T02:00:59.373Z With rude generalship he brought up men from the less threatened flank and threw them into action where help was needed; but he realized that the garrison was outnumbered and was being steadily pushed back. The Secret of the Reef 2011-04-12T02:00:26.980Z "Ministership and generalship are no inherited stocks" is our old saying. A Fantasy of Far Japan Summer Dream Dialogues 2011-04-09T02:00:13.677Z He was first appointed a lieutenant colonel under General Whayne and stationed at Fort Washington, Cincinnati, and the next year advanced to a brigadier generalship. Voices; Birth-Marks; The Man and the Elephant 2011-03-28T02:00:27.040Z Grant's generalship and brilliant resourcefulness were never shown to better effect than when confronted with that crisis at Donelson. The History of Company A, Second Illinois Cavalry 2011-03-28T02:00:23.133Z The Russian advance, in its resolution and generalship, need not shrink from a comparison with that with which Foch ended the war two years later. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 3: Estremoz to Felspar 2011-04-14T02:00:59.373Z His own notions of successful fighting and ring generalship, together with his methods of training and a history of his fights, are clearly and admirably expressed. Association Football And How To Play It 2011-03-27T02:00:16.723Z It was so he indorsed Napier's generalship, and accepted service. The Messenger 2011-03-26T02:00:14.523Z The shabbiest corporal of p. 263Napoleon would have laughed at his generalship, and half a battalion of Austrian grenadiers would have driven him and his rabble army headlong into the Ebro. The Bible in Spain Vol. 1 [of 2] 2011-03-23T02:00:19.910Z The same generalship is manifested in the nocturnal expeditions of those criminal associates upon the highways. A Treatise on the Police of the Metropolis Containing a Detail of the Various Crimes and Misdemeanors by which Public and Private Property and Security are, at Present, Injured and Endangered: and Suggesting Remedies for their Prevention 2011-03-23T02:00:17.353Z It was not long after I got well before I started on the campaign of 1864, under the generalship of U. S. Grant. The Empty Sleeve or, The Life and Hardships of Henry H. Meacham, in the Union Army 2011-03-17T02:00:11.640Z I had a feeling that this was bad generalship, and that we should be hurrying home, where Jean was doubtless waiting with growing concern. Neighbours 2011-03-05T03:00:27.277Z The special characteristics of his generalship were imagination, fiery energy, and a tactical resolution which was rare indeed in the 18th century. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 8 "Ethiopia" to "Evangelical Association" 2011-03-05T03:00:24.537Z The generalship of the Union was far inferior. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z The Germans owed their success not to good generalship, but to good luck. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z Their commander-in-chief and most of their other leaders had shown fine generalship and great resolution, and their soldiers had given fresh proof of the dogged courage for which they have always been renowned. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) From the First Battle of Ypres to the End of the Year 1914 2011-02-23T03:00:28.797Z He was great in generalship, great in statesmanship, and great in oratory, and Macaulay says, "He possessed learning, taste, wit, eloquence, the sentiments and manners of an accomplished gentleman." Stories of Great Men 2011-02-21T03:00:07.643Z All was well arranged, and Sir George Berkeley gave good evidence of his generalship in his determination not to make an advance without a large force, well provisioned, and unencumbered with baggage. The Cape and the Kaffirs A Diary of Five Years' Residence in Kaffirland 2011-02-19T03:01:12.480Z Their chief battlefield was North Italy; the generalship was dull on both sides; their advances and retreats depended mainly on the arrival of reinforcements. A Short History of the World 2011-03-04T03:01:03.147Z The aim and object of generalship is not to occupy territory, but to foil the enemy's plans and destroy his forces. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z Partly by the help of the French, but mainly owing to the skilful generalship of Sir Douglas Haig, the First Corps was withdrawn from its perilous position. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 2 (of 10) From the Battle of Mons to the Fall of Antwerp. 2011-02-19T03:01:10.063Z Others, such as Crazy Horse or Sitting Bull, might have been greater in generalship, but neither had the Uncpapa youth's reputation for sheer personal bravery. The Westerners 2011-02-14T03:00:39.347Z Yet by endless feats of skilful generalship the regent continued to maintain a hold on Paris and on Normandy. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 5 English History 2011-02-12T03:00:32.473Z The organising of a double chain out of the mob that thronged and shouted and jammed in the passages and yard was no mean feat of generalship; but it got done somehow. Some Experiences of an Irish R.M. 2011-01-16T03:00:24.113Z It was, moreover, his generalship which carried out successfully so many military expeditions. Greek Sculpture A collection of sixteen pictures of Greek marbles with introduction and interpretation 2011-01-05T03:01:01.227Z In this kind of fighting there is but little scope for what we call "generalship." The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 2 (of 10) From the Battle of Mons to the Fall of Antwerp. 2011-02-19T03:01:10.063Z That battle was won by Lee after a hard struggle, not through any lack of courage on the part of the Union troops, but through McClellan's want of generalship. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z The campaign that followed was most creditable to Edward’s generalship, but must have been fatal to him if Warwick had been honestly supported by his 520 lieutenants. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 5 English History 2011-02-12T03:00:32.473Z It was long asserted that in the three actions just recorded the French far outnumbered their opponents, and that Napoleon's generalship was consequently inferior to his high average. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z Lee would have won the battle of Gettysburg on Day 2, despite poor generalship on his part. City Room: N.Y. Forgoes Civil War Remembrance 2010-12-26T22:37:21Z Would his generalship like to have his face wiped?” The Vanishing Houseboat 2010-12-20T17:11:37.787Z If alarming half a dozen places at the same time is an act of generalship, Howe may boast of his late conduct. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams On the king's death he became Regent of France, and for several years his policy was as successful as it was able and vigorous, the victory of Verneuil in 1424 attesting his generalship. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis His army was in a position from which no luck, only the most brilliant generalship, could save it. Ancient Rome The Lives of Great Men Perhaps they realized the cleverness of Mrs. Franklin's generalship. The Jolliest Term on Record A Story of School Life What are called its products owe no more to it than Wellington owed his generalship to the bullets which did not hit him at Seringapatam. The Old Riddle and the Newest Answer The yoking of oxen was his generalship, the piling of dung his fortification, tilling of the land his campaigning, and the cleaning out of stables his princely pastime and exercise. The Adventurous Simplicissimus being the description of the Life of a Strange vagabond named Melchior Sternfels von Fuchshaim But we not only extol the generalship of the King, but also the clever discretion of his infantry tactics. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. II. The dryness with which amazing feats of generalship, of endurance, of courage, are set down only makes them, in the end, more impressive. Ancient Rome The Lives of Great Men Presumably he learned all he knew under Dinwiddie—and this campaign shows the earmarks of a similar scheme of generalship. The Tempering With these 17,000 men, scattered over a widely extended area, Yakoob Beg had to defend himself against an enemy superior in numbers, and, as the result showed, in generalship as well. The Life of Yakoob Beg Athalik Ghazi, and Badaulet; Ameer of Kashgar Yet his generalship was marked by no grave strategical fault. The Day of Wrath A Story of 1914 It was just in these years of changing fortune, when the King himself was experiencing the bitter chances of the fortunes of war, that his generalship became the astonishment of all the armies of Europe. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. II. Marius had won great victories; but the rejoicings in Rome over the terrible dangers that had been averted by his generalship were brief. Ancient Rome The Lives of Great Men But of the cautious generalship which draws off in safety and lives to fight another day, Rollo had not a trace. The Firebrand I shall thus remove any trace of doubt that may linger in your minds as to my great courage and astute generalship.' Bill the Minder A man who has carried through an enterprise of this sort is regarded as worthy of a certain admiration; and not without reason, for the feat implies generalship of no mean order. Village Life in China A Study in Sociology But I had some generalship in view, which I can make appear. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency Faulty generalship had brought the Roman army into a position whence no courage could save it. Ancient Rome The Lives of Great Men The Indians were beginning to exhibit signs of alarm—signs first exhibited at the British posts in the ““Northwestern Territory,” where the powers and generalship of Wayne were known and acknowledged. Little Oskaloo or, The White Whirlwind It is largely due to the generalship of Mr. Whitely, who is a Napoleon of real estate. Across the Continent by the Lincoln Highway Jeanne attacked the English, and in several engagements displayed superior generalship and won brilliant victories. Zigzag Journeys in Europe Vacation Rambles in Historic Lands Gattamelata's retreat was a victory of peace, less showy, perhaps, than a victory of war, but requiring the finest qualities of generalship. Tuscan Sculpture of the Fifteenth Century A Collection of Sixteen Pictures Reproducing Works by Donatello, the Della Robia, Mino da Fiesole, and Others, with Introduction Skillful generalship and good fighting are the jewels of war. The Battle of Gettysburg She has acquired skill in generalship which enables her to win her battles. Windyridge The Florentines, with many captains and but little order, held their enemies for nought; Uguccione and his people held theirs in great fear, and for this cause they kept strict guard and wise generalship. Villani's Chronicle Being Selections from the First Nine Books of the Croniche Fiorentine of Giovanni Villani Their men had proven their bravery and generalship in the French and Indian War. The Greater Republic A History of the United States The conversation had taken a pensive turn, and with the generalship of a born hostess she was ready to switch it back into a livelier channel. What a Man Wills And now he coolly gave me to understand that all the credit of it, the generalship of it, was to belong to him. The King's Assegai A Matabili Story Yet with my generalship he interfered not one jot, thoroughly approving it. The White Shield To perform invidious tasks of this sort must be the most trying feature of generalship. To Lhassa at Last One of the saddest and most shocking events of the Revolution was the treason of Benedict Arnold, who had won a brilliant reputation for his bravery and generalship. The Greater Republic A History of the United States But no allowance for bad generalship can account for the failure of the British. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 Thus shone forth the generalship of our chief in choosing this for our fighting-ground. The King's Assegai A Matabili Story Here were required skill, good generalship, and a cool head, but "Cavalry Sheridan" was equal to the occasion. Some Personal Reminiscences of Service in the Cavalry of the Army of the Potomac Fabius recognized the superiority of Hannibal’s generalship and of the Carthaginian cavalry, and consequently refused to be drawn into a general engagement. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. But Sherman displayed masterly generalship by so manœuvring as to draw Hood away from the defenses and by thrusting his army between the corps of Hardee and Atlanta. The Greater Republic A History of the United States Cortez displayed amazing generalship, and some millions of those who boasted of the greatness of Montezuma were sacrificed to the disease of Cortez's heart. The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem All this wretchedness and more, the barbarians visited upon Rome; but Alaric's first exploit was ended at Pollentia by the brave generalship of Stilicho, though the goodwill of the barbarian was purchased by tribute. Women of Early Christianity In performing this duty General Sheridan displayed great generalship, preserving the trains and delivering them safely inside of our lines. Some Personal Reminiscences of Service in the Cavalry of the Army of the Potomac The superior generalship of Pyrrhus, and the consternation caused by his war elephants, won the day, but his losses were very heavy, and he himself was wounded. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. For a generalship in the field my stars have certainly not directly designed me; but a chancellorship or treasurership I may fill as well as another.' Tales from the German. Volume II. The Lichtensteins, The Sorceress, The Anabaptist But these sacrifices, and the King's generalship, were not without influence on the fate of the nation. A Struggle for Rome, v. 3 That was good generalship on their part, but very trying on Regal. A Boy Knight In that engagement General Bayard showed the finest order of generalship. Some Personal Reminiscences of Service in the Cavalry of the Army of the Potomac By skilful generalship and able diplomacy he extended the Carthaginian dominion over many of the Spanish tribes, and created a strong army, devoted to himself and his family. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. But even he would not have been long able to withstand the far superior force and generalship of Belisarius, had not a fortunate circumstance come to his assistance. A Struggle for Rome, Vol. 2 (of 3) It is characteristic of his generalship that he risked an assault with this advance body of his without waiting for the main part of the army under the Duke of Baden to come up. The Battle of Blenheim The expression is uncritical, for modern generalship arose from many sides, but he was emphatically a general. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" He had a taste for amateur generalship, and the consequences of his indulgence of this taste are known to every one. The Intellectual Life He was vigorously pursued by the Parthians, but by skilful generalship managed to conduct the bulk of his army back to Armenia. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. He would, without doubt, have done still more mischief had not Belisarius, hurrying up, displayed at once all his heroism and generalship. A Struggle for Rome, Vol. 2 (of 3) Behind him was a career of solid responsibility, of grave crises met and mastered with cool generalship and unbeatable energy. Command Rahmut, indeed, disdained trickery of any kind; he had won his reputation by sheer prowess and skill in generalship, and if it came to a contest in cunning, Minghal would easily bear the palm. Barclay of the Guides The one failure of his generalship was in the Spanish Fronde, and in this everything united to thwart his genius; only on the battlefield itself was his personal leadership as conspicuous as ever. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" They were annihilated in a bloody battle won by the superiority of the Roman tactics and generalship. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. "I should not have thought that simple man, with his modest expression, capable of such generalship." A Struggle for Rome, Vol. 2 (of 3) Frank had, with his accustomed generalship, managed to secure a position at the off-rein of the Señorita Juana, who was mounted on a beautiful little white barb. Tales from Blackwood, Volume 1 The desideratum now was the choice of a Doge who should possess both the generalship and the diplomatic skill necessary to rescue Venice from the clutches of her enemy, more daring every day and hour. The Serapion Brethren, Vol. I. He was the military as well as the political chief of the Huguenot party, and displayed the highest generalship on many occasions, and notably at the battle of St Denis. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" To Sidney Colvin Stevenson here narrates in his own fashion by what generalship he at last got rid of the Campagne Defli without having to pay compensation as his wife expected. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 24 (of 25) But finally, owing to the bad generalship and incompetency of Whitelocke, his troops got into such a muddle that half the force was captured or disabled. The United States and Latin America He had correctly estimated Fremont's generalship, and thought there was a possibility of massing his and McCulloch's forces, to attack a portion of Fremont's army, drive it back and defeat him in detail. The Struggle for Missouri Agricola's generalship was more than a match for the sturdy Brigantes. In the Border Country The end of it was that the weakened prestige and final fall of the Liberal Ministry were not credited to his generalship, but rather to those who had skirmished in advance of the main army. Studies in Contemporary Biography That was the frightful butchers’ bill our army had to pay for a bit of incompetent generalship. The Battle of Franklin, Tennessee November 30, 1864; A statement of the erroneous claims made by General Schofield, and an exposition of the blunder which opened the battle Twice in that day had his generalship been successful, and his success disposed him to think rather meanly of his fellow-creatures' intellects. Under False Pretences A Novel It is true, however, that he had shown no generalship, but merely demonstrated himself a good Colonel, in leading up one regiment after another and putting them into the fight. The Struggle for Missouri But the splendid fighting qualities of the Congressional troops and the superior generalship of their leaders prevailed in the end over every obstacle. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 2 "Chicago, University of" to "Chiton" Finally he interwove a few well-chosen remarks anent the military calibre of the enemy and the skilled generalship displayed by the other side. The Forerunners For the life of him he could not understand what had arisen, calling for any unusual display of generalship. Air Service Boys Over The Enemy's Lines The German Spy's Secret Partly through his exhortations, and partly through the absence of Hongi's determined generalship, the Ngapuhi fought half-heartedly and with little success. A History of the English Church in New Zealand His generalship was not so conspicuous as his soldiership. The Struggle for Missouri Then began the campaign, in which more than in any other of the war, was displayed the profoundest strategy, the most heroic decision, the highest order of generalship. History of Morgan's Cavalry There is a refreshing boldness and vigor about the conception, something akin to real generalship and enterprise. Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76. The skilful generalship of the French marshal elicited of course no encomiums from the English caricaturists. English Caricaturists and Graphic Humourists of the Nineteenth Century. How they Illustrated and Interpreted their Times. He was still smarting over Dallas' generalship, and, if anything, was more disgusted and rebellious than when he left the shack. The Plow-Woman "I do not think that I had to exercise more thorough generalship during the Civil War," General Howard confessed. Boys' Book of Indian Warriors and Heroic Indian Women Nothing but his generalship and the heroism of his men saved us from ruin. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital This time he was himself commander of the expedition, and was to suffer for no one's bad generalship but his own. Try Again or, the Trials and Triumphs of Harry West. A Story for Young Folks Little by little he had cemented his own people together, his personal qualities and his splendid generalship had overborne all else, and the victory of Benburb had crowned the whole. Nuala O'Malley "The outcome of most able generalship on the part of the Germans." With Joffre at Verdun A Story of the Western Front By reason of his strong mind, and his generalship in peace and in war, he was accepted as a leader throughout all the Great Lakes country. Boys' Book of Indian Warriors and Heroic Indian Women We have not had sufficient generalship and enterprise to destroy Sherman’s communications. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital Gates then showed another bit of generalship that called anew for Monsieur's nods of approval. Wings of the Wind Caesar had a remarkable method of eulogizing his own generalship by praising the valor and strength of the vanquished foes. History of Human Society Just the same, it's a good generalship to avoid risks. The Monk of Hambleton Why do astrologers, while calling Saturn and Mars 'malignant', proceed to make them good, attributing to them philosophy and royalty, generalships and treasures? Five Stages of Greek Religion This is sottishness, rather than generalship, in our local commanders. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital If prowess with arms were estimated, I should say that was about the most effective piece of generalship on record. Men, Women, and Gods And Other Lectures “Not so bad is the generalship in spreading their net,” said Don Ruy. The Flute of the Gods He had his notions of good generalship no less than his shrewd sister-in-law, and he did not make the mistake of pitching his prefatory remarks on a note of hostility. The Monk of Hambleton Resolutions were passed regretting the retirement from the presidency of Mrs. Somerville, to whose good generalship during the past four years the success of the association was in a large part due. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume VI He denounces the President’s generalship, the Provost Marshals, the passport system, the “Bureau of Conscription,” etc. etc. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital The handling of hundreds of subordinate workmen and assistants of various grades and skill demanded exceptional ability, understanding, will and generalship. In the Shadow of the Hills In his student days he had a compelling influence upon his classmates, and even then showed signs of generalship in his faculty of organizing. A Story of One Short Life, 1783 to 1818 At the dawn of 1866 the desperate plight of the cause of union called for skilful generalship in four different arenas of political action. The Fathers of Confederation A Chronicle of the Birth of the Dominion It was her far-sighted generalship and prodigious personal work that made success possible. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume VI Now is coming the time for the exercise of great generalship! A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital It was he who had by his generalship and gallantry brought these terrible wars to a triumphant conclusion. Japan It would mean a brigadier generalship for me if I had caught him. Raiding with Morgan Nothing but splendid generalship and true bravery on the part of our officers and men saved us from capture and destruction. Three Years in the Federal Cavalry The idlers of the streets discussed the deepest questions of politics; the soldiers talked of war with all the presumption of consummate generalship. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 3, August, 1850. All the rest had been rescued and kept in good order by the genius and generalship of the wicked old mule. Two Arrows A Story of Red and White All generalship seemed to be ignored as the exasperated adversaries rushed upon each other in a headlong fight. Henry IV, Makers of History Our acquaintance seems to be a somewhat tempestuous one; but I confess, Mr. O'Ruddy, that I have as great a respect for your generalship as I have for your swordsmanship. The O'Ruddy A Romance His was all the responsibility, his the major planning, the resourceful devising of ways out of difficulty, the generalship. Herbert Hoover The Man and His Work Such an achievement required generalship of the highest order; but Mrs. Bays possessed that rare quality to a degree seldom, if ever, equalled. A Forest Hearth: A Romance of Indiana in the Thirties The masterly generalship of his comrade filled him with admiration. The Night Riders A Romance of Early Montana There seems to have been no remarkably good generalship manifested by Britain in the Crimea: all the leading generalship appears, on the contrary, to have been very mediocre generalship indeed. Leading Articles on Various Subjects The British defense squadrons showed somewhat better generalship and it was not until the tenth of the month that Zeppelins obtained any appreciable advantage in that quarter. The Story of the Great War, Volume IV (of 8) Champagne, Artois, Grodno; Fall of Nish; Caucasus; Mesopotamia; Development of Air Strategy; United States and the War Such a result obtained without a battle, counts among the most splendid military accomplishments, and reveals true generalship. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 Of all these Red-Coat Thespians, two demand our attention—one, Major André, a gay, talented actor; the other, General Burgoyne, whose pride was as much concerned with playwriting as with generalship. The Group A Farce To his dying day he was severely criticised for his generalship in America, and especially at Boston. The Siege of Boston But the leading generalship was certainly not brilliant. Leading Articles on Various Subjects Foreign officers—whose veracity I can believe—speak enthusiastically of the undaunted bravery of the volunteers and of their generals; but a general generalship was not to be found during those titanic fightings. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 He may have been somewhat unfortunate, no doubt; but his want of good fortune was at least equalled by his want of good generalship. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 The Jews, elate with success, and attributing it to the generalship of Gideon, proposed making him a king, saying, "Rule thou over us, thou and thy son, and thy son's son." The Christian Foundation, Or, Scientific and Religious Journal, Volume I, No. 8, August, 1880 Covers everything in scientific boxing from fundamentals to ring generalship. Astounding Stories of Super-Science February 1930 When a robbery is to be effected, the plans are laid with sound generalship, but there is no unnecessary violence or loss of good manners. Australian Writers I am aware how difficult it will be to convince the heroic army—that is, its rank and file—that their disasters result from want of generalship, and not from any inferiority in numbers. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 From all that transpires about Williamsport one must conclude that Lee must have known that he would not be seriously attacked, and that he was not much afraid of the combined disciplinarian generalship. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 It is equally clear that this could not have been done by accident, but that it must have been the deliberate purpose of his generalship. The Astronomy of the Bible An Elementary Commentary on the Astronomical References of Holy Scripture Harvey was commander in chief of the Rebels; but for his bad generalship on that day was deposed, and the command was afterwards given to Roach. An Impartial Narrative of the Most Important Engagements Which Took Place Between His Majesty's Forces and the Rebels, During the Irish Rebellion, 1798. And genial pleasantness, and wise management, and cool generalship, and fun and kindness, were never better represented. Nobody The men will come; but will statesmanship and generalship come with them? Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 And our brave soldiers again baffled, almost dishonored by domestic, know-nothing generalship. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 It is a story of wise and patient preparation, carefully arranged generalship, supreme daring, amazing tenacity. Cavalry in Future Wars Kluck extricated himself from between the blades with supreme generalship, brought his main force back against the French, borrowing a corps from B�low and presently the French were driven back upon Paris. The Story of the Great War, Volume I (of 8) Introductions; Special Articles; Causes of War; Diplomatic and State Papers Under good generalship, and properly manned, the place must have been impregnable to attack with such arms as were in use at the period of its completion. Due West or Round the World in Ten Months Always and everywhere lost battles, bad and ignorant generalship, require explanations, justifications, and commentaries. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 Lee's escape will henceforth occupy the cardinal place in the annals of disgraceful generalships of the Potomac army. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 When he was once over the Somme he refused—not from any considerations of generalship, but from a point of honour—to continue his retreat further. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII Generosity, mildness and kind-heartedness, shone as conspicuously in Grant's character as his firmness and great generalship. Sword and Pen Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier He acknowledged, at a later period, that his success on this occasion was to be attributed, not at all to his own generalship, but solely to the valor and steadiness of his troops. Critical and Historical Essays, Volume III (of 3) As always, so this time, the bravery of the army did every thing; and, as a matter of course, the generalship did—nothing. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 If by his generalship McClellan butchered hundreds of thousands in the field, he was always very conservative of his precious little self. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 Her generalship in Washington marshalled hosts of new and ardent friends into the movement. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II This battle, like the first Bull Run, had been well planned, and every effort which good generalship and good judgment could dictate in order to insure success, had been made by Generals Pope and McDowell. Sword and Pen Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier Dan, as we have before shown, was a master of strategy; and it is good generalship to penetrate the purposes of the enemy. Watch and Wait or The Young Fugitives But traitors, imbeciles and intriguers rend the air and the skies with their praises of the great strategy and of the brilliant generalship. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 McClellan's pedestal is already built of the corpses of hundreds of thousands butchered by his generalship, poisoned in the Chickahominy, and decimated by diseases. Diary from November 12, 1862, to October 18, 1863 Strategy and generalship are two entirely distinct forms of the art of war. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II As the election of 1864 approached to test the success of his generalship, he had to fight not only for a majority in the general canvass but for the nomination by his own party. The New Nation His literary generalship amounts almost to genius approaching that of the great masters of fiction. Ainslee's, Vol. 15, No. 6, July 1905 If McClellan would have marched only five miles a day, fighting even such battles without any generalship, as he did at Antietam, the army would be healthier, and by this time would be in Richmond. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 Under good generalship, and properly manned, the place must have been nearly impregnable to attack with such arms as were in use at the period. Foot-prints of Travel or, Journeyings in Many Lands Cousin George was lost in admiration at the wisdom and generalship of this great counsellor, and promised implicit obedience. Sir Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite Copernicus found it expedient to obey these instructions, and under Rebecca's watchful generalship he was obliged to pace back and forth from engine-room to window while Phœbe read and her sister knitted. The Panchronicon No such striking example of endurance, power of resistance, and consummate generalship has been recorded in the annals of time. The Vanishing Race I positively know that already in December Mr. Lincoln began to be doubtful of McClellan's generalship. Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 He effected his retreat in a manner that bore testimony to the excellence of his generalship. A History of the Japanese People From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era He had real genius for generalship, and moreover understood the Highlanders and their peculiar mode of warfare. The Red True Story Book On this occasion, as had he, indeed, on every other occasion of the kind, the Indian leader displayed a degree of generalship which stands without parallel in the annals of savage warfare. Burl He knew how to deal with the masterful generalship of his wily Indian foes. The Vanishing Race Andrew's letter — Sigel — English opinion — Mr. Mill — Young Europa — Young Germany — Corinth evacuated — Oh, generalship! Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 Under his able generalship, the position of affairs greatly changed. Ancient States and Empires Choosing an encampment.The result of the queen's generalship. Richard I Makers of History It was the story of Balaklava told over again with bloody emphasis—the story of splendid courage on the part of the men, of wretched generalship on the part of their commanders. A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year Volume Two (of Three) The entire scheme from beginning to end showed poor generalship. Christopher and the Clockmakers Andrew's letter — Sigel — English opinion — Mr. Mill — Young Europa — Young Germany — Corinth evacuated — Oh, generalship! Diary from March 4, 1861, to November 12, 1862 Such was the decisive battle of Issus, where the cowardice and incompetency of Darius were more marked than the generalship of Alexander himself. Ancient States and Empires Why, I flatter myself I showed considerable generalship. Tom Brown at Oxford Here he soon distinguished himself by skilful generalship, rare coolness in danger, and courage in action. Stories and Legends of Travel and History, for Children The first campaign of 1814, which followed, though skilfully conceived by Moira, who held the office of commander-in-chief, was carried out with little generalship, and was marked by disasters highly damaging to British prestige. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) On both sides, indeed, great was the display of personal prowess and courage; but there was no generalship. The Boy Crusaders A Story of the Days of Louis IX. He seemed to think that if he did his best as Stroke, both in rowing and in generalship, he had done all that was necessary. Two Daring Young Patriots or, Outwitting the Huns "Perhaps Mother had better go to see Mrs. Gay first," she suggested, with a little touch of her mother's own generalship. Rainbow Hill Farrow was hardly fitted to deal with a crisis of such magnitude, but he acted promptly and with fixed purpose—qualities which form the greater part of generalship. The Strange Case of Mortimer Fenley On October 5 he was attacked at Moraviantown on the Thames by Harrison, and the greater part of his forces were captured in an engagement which reflected small credit on British generalship. The Political History of England - Vol XI From Addington's Administration to the close of William IV.'s Reign (1801-1837) In a cause like this I hold that it is not unsubstantial victories but generalship that wins.' True to His Home A Tale of the Boyhood of Franklin In a word he declares that Loyola, in declining the proffered generalship, is fighting against God. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 Deception is one of its chief means, and one of the great arts of skilful generalship is to deceive in order to destroy. The Map of Life Conduct and Character The communication said: "The important success is due to his great courage, fine generalship, and gallant example, and the confidence he gave to the troops under him." South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 2 (of 6) From the Commencement of the War to the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899 The set of most renown, woven under Lebrun’s generalship, was that splendid advertisement of the king’s magnificence known as the History of the King. The Tapestry Book He could support the prime minister and merit all manner of legal generalships without any self-unbinding. The Bertrams The despatch of Alba was the alternative, but Charles did not trust his generalship. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 Their “generalship,” their “Napoleonic” attributes are terms coined by people of their own damaging class, people with low motives, with even brutish morals. The Arena Volume 4, No. 24, November, 1891 There was no hope; and it is bad generalship, as well as inhuman and useless, to fight a battle which is lost before the first shot is fired. The Young Lieutenant or, The Adventures of an Army Officer Patty looked at her with a wondering admiration, for she always admired capability, and Mrs. Allen was exhibiting what might almost be called generalship in her house that day. Patty's Summer Days At the same time, more by luck than good generalship, he pushed the evil people of the marsh back to their native element. The Keepers of the King's Peace The actual election of Loyola to the generalship did not formally take place until after the time when the order had received pontifical authentication. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 09 The British had been beaten in generalship and beaten upon the field of battle, until they were made to feel and to confess to defeat so crushing as to leave no hope of retrieving disaster. The Battle of New Orleans including the Previous Engagements between the Americans and the British, the Indians and the Spanish which led to the Final Conflict on the 8th of January, 1815 I had just been promoted to a first lieutenancy, and thought that I saw a generalship in the dim distance. Duffels This was called the "Code Napoleon" and it is largely used to-day in France, for Napoleon's genius as a lawmaker and a ruler was almost as great as his power of generalship. A Treasury of Heroes and Heroines A Record of High Endeavour and Strange Adventure from 500 B.C. to 1920 A.D. Added to these misfortunes were bad faith and bad generalship on the part of the commander, Bonivet. With Spurs of Gold Heroes of Chivalry and their Deeds It was fortunate for the Athenians that they had the wit to set aside this law on this important occasion, since such a divided generalship must surely have led to defeat and disaster. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality He was at war with the Turks, and, through a foolish contempt for their generalship and military skill, allowed himself to fall into a trap from which there seemed no escape. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality When this was concluded, he offered the generalship of the allied forces, with the title of Captain of the King of the Romans, to the Marquis of Mantua. Beatrice d'Este, Duchess of Milan, 1475-1497 He knew nothing of generalship and cared less, being content to leave the leading of his armies in the field to the nobles who served him. A Treasury of Heroes and Heroines A Record of High Endeavour and Strange Adventure from 500 B.C. to 1920 A.D. Thus, the victors must yet face a second enemy, far more numerous than the first, under better generalship, and prepared for the conflict. Wood Magic A Fable Nabis, the new Spartan king, had taken that city at a time when Philopœmen was out of command, the generalship of the League not being permanent. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality The most important attributes of generalship are quick appreciation of a situation and quick decision. Aviation in Peace and War In offensive warfare the visible contends with the invisible, and it is good generalship that conquers it. With the Guards' Brigade from Bloemfontein to Koomati Poort and Back It is bad generalship to put into the field only a fraction of your army when you have no means to prevent their being cut to pieces. Behind the Scenes or, Thirty years a slave, and Four Years in the White House They were highly enthusiastic over the good work done under Clif's leadership, and were proud of his pluck as well as the good generalship he had shown. A Prisoner of Morro In the Hands of the Enemy The prime cause of Hood's failure was apparently the lack of confidence in his generalship on the part of so many of his subordinates. The Battle of Spring Hill, Tennessee read after the stated meeting held February 2d, 1907 The generalship that had engineered the thing was perfect. The heart of happy hollow A collection of stories But Lord Roberts' generalship seems never to have been at fault, however remote the foe, and thanks thereto Belfast proved to be about the last big fight of the whole campaign. With the Guards' Brigade from Bloemfontein to Koomati Poort and Back And our cause must not be damaged by any such generalship, which would place us in the van unsupported. Behind the Scenes or, Thirty years a slave, and Four Years in the White House "We will talk of this when he is more decidedly convalescent," returned Maurice, perceiving that some generalship must be employed to protect his father. Fairy Fingers A Novel He had the ambition of a born conqueror and the generalship of one. Chaldea From the Earliest Times to the Rise of Assyria Yet on this Saturday all the captain’s prowess and generalship could not win the match for Saint Dominic’s against Landfield. The Fifth Form at Saint Dominic's A School Story Instead of generalship, statesmanship; instead of animal courage, justice and kindness toward former foes; instead of holding the North together, to bring North and South together; that was the gigantic task now to be wrought. The Negro and the Nation A History of American Slavery and Enfranchisement When we remember this, we can do justice not only to the excellence of the generalship, but also to the stamina and courage of the rank and file. 1914 With fine generalship it was following up the victory with renewed attacks. There was a King in Egypt And such was Miss Lee's generalship that she rested content with her success in one direction, and deferred until a more convenient season her further demands. The Uncle Of An Angel 1891 His generalship is great enough to preserve the unity and the progress of the pageant. Contemporary American Composers Being a Study of the Music of This Country, Its Present Conditions and Its Future, with Critical Estimates and Biographies of the Principal Living Composers; and an Abundance of Portraits, Fac-simile Musical Autographs, and Compositions The North matched the South in personal courage and generalship; and greatly outweighed it in numbers, material, and in the productivity engendered in a free, urban, industrial society. The Negro and the Nation A History of American Slavery and Enfranchisement I have a profound respect for your generalship. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance Instruction and discipline soon equalized differences, and battles were decided by generalship and numbers; and this was the experience of our kinsmen in their great civil war. Destruction and Reconstruction: Personal Experiences of the Late War Wealth, arms, civilization, scientific generalship, had all been on the side of the great republic of the North, and there had been no doubt, from the beginning, as to what the result must be. Ahead of the Army They flocked to his standard, and were sent to the Department of Missouri, and thence to Paducah, after which he was promoted to a generalship in the division of General C. F. Smith. Incidents of the War: Humorous, Pathetic, and Descriptive The great victories, the mighty feats of war that figure in history's page, were due to British discipline, pluck, and generalship. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 61, No. 378, April, 1847 I give you credit for prodigious push and tenacity, for a remarkable capacity of generalship, in short. The History of Sir Richard Calmady A Romance The business is a specialty in itself, and requires most astute generalship to make it pay. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 11 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Businessmen Conceding equally good generalship to both, it is not amiss to say, that what happened under Howard might not have happened under Sigel. Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals As Seen From the Ranks During a Campaign in the Army of the Potomac “It would be better generalship to pass their village and try to gain another fountain further on.” In the Wilds of Africa And truly, good generalship was required, for the foe was fierce and furious. Fighting the Flames Parma marched anew into the heart of France, and with the same consummate generalship as of old relieved the town without giving Henry a chance of battle. History of the English People, Volume IV Before venturing upon such uncertain paths, therefore, we must display a little generalship, and call a halt, if not a council of war. Western Characters or Types of Border Life in the Western States To the close of the Republic the law was the sole field for all ability except the special talent of a capacity for generalship. Ancient Law Its Connection to the History of Early Society But though King Ramses had made a terrible bungle of his generalship, he was at least a brave man. Peeps at Many Lands: Ancient Egypt "Let us proceed with the letter," said she, for she had indeed shown her generalship in stopping where she did. The False Chevalier or, The Lifeguard of Marie Antoinette Montmorency's success, however, fell far short of the reputation he enjoyed for consummate generalship. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Vol. 1 Of course, in that event, it was far better generalship to rest and collect his shattered brigades, and leave the final blow until daylight. Four Years in Rebel Capitals An Inside View of Life in the Southern Confederacy from Birth to Death Mrs Duncan was in a towering passion because Davidson had escaped, after all her generalship, and declared, not in the most becoming language, "that it was not a man, but a beast." Cattle and Cattle-breeders That order numbered among its brothers a very large proportion of Norwegians; and one of them had assumed the generalship of the order in Sweden, contrary to the mandates of the king. The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa The lady had led the way into this solitude with so much tact and skill that Paul took pride in his own generalship. Despair's Last Journey At the outset Bulgarian generalship was exceedingly good; the reconnaissance phase of the campaign was carried through perfectly. Bulgaria Efficiently directed, it can contribute to the most brilliant results, and badly handled, can thwart the most perfectly matured plans of genius, or generalship. Four Years in Rebel Capitals An Inside View of Life in the Southern Confederacy from Birth to Death The monument to L'Overture's greatness, generalship, courage, and organizing ability is the black republic which he founded and consecrated with his blood. Sparkling Gems of Race Knowledge Worth Reading A compendium of valuable information and wise suggestions that will inspire noble effort at the hands of every race-loving man, woman, and child. He had the outlaws spotted, every one, and all depended now on his generalship. Kid Wolf of Texas The Hermitage that night proved a fitting field for her generalship. The Genius His march through our lines is allowed to have been a prodigy of generalship. The Campaign of 1776 around New York and Brooklyn The very audacity of this plan may blind the careless thinker to its bad generalship; especially in view of the success that at last crowned its projector's hammer-and-tongs style of tactics. Four Years in Rebel Capitals An Inside View of Life in the Southern Confederacy from Birth to Death Many colonists, who had seen no hope of success, now believed that Washington's generalship would triumph. George Washington Kid Wolf's generalship had beaten back the first outlaw charge! Kid Wolf of Texas When the academy closed on the 25th of June little or nothing remained to be done in the way of preparation—thanks to Ned's good generalship. Canoe Boys and Campfires Adventures on Winding Waters Acting upon a pre-arranged plan, the watchers closed in upon the four sides of the building, and Sheffield told himself triumphantly that he had shown sound generalship. The Sins of Séverac Bablon Thus, by able generalship, had Jack gained a complete and bloodless victory. The Gorilla Hunters The love and respect in which the army held Washington were increased by his magnificent daring and splendid generalship in this battle. George Washington Mrs Twitter was beginning to get confused in her excitement, but the last stroke of generalship relieved the threatened block and her anxieties at the same time. Dusty Diamonds Cut and Polished A Tale of City Arab Life and Adventure Self-control is the generalship which turns a mob of raw recruits into a disciplined army. Architects of Fate or, Steps to Success and Power I saw that it would be bad generalship to leave so formidable an enemy in our rear, so I felt that it would be my duty to follow him. My First Voyage to Southern Seas Ronald had too correct notions of generalship not to march in true military order. Ronald Morton, or the Fire Ships A Story of the Last Naval War The admiral's brother Jacob had early distinguished himself by gallantry that won him a generalship. Stories Of Ohio One grandly exciting day to Max was on the occasion of a deer-stalking expedition, which resulted, through the clever generalship of Tavish, in both lads getting a good shot at a stag. Three Boys or the Chiefs of the Clan Mackhai Mr. Lincoln, with his great magnanimity, had however condoned the offense, and after the defeat of Pope the Administration had enlarged the command of McClellan and trusted the fortunes of the country to his generalship. Twenty Years of Congress, Vol. 1 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 But suppers, now,—suppers don’t hurt anyone!” urged Pixie, pushing aside one objectionable proposition and bringing forward the next with unconscious generalship. Pixie O'Shaughnessy To the generalship of Allende was mainly due this great victory, and had Hidalgo followed it up by an attack upon the capital city, subsequent operations might have been favourable to the insurgents. Mexico Its Ancient and Modern Civilisation, History, Political Conditions, Topography, Natural Resources, Industries and General Development He received the surrender of the last great Confederate army, after a series of the most splendid strokes of generalship. Stories Of Ohio The winter was passed in a plan of operations, for which the generalship of Prince Charles, or rather the able judgment of Lord George Murray, has been eulogized. Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745 Volume III. This lane formed a curious natural outwork; and might easily have been barricadoed, but the deficiencies of Mr. Forster's generalship were fatal to so simple and obvious a plan of defence. Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume I. I've conducted the little affair of this evening to a successful conclusion, and now I resign all generalship and all planning and arranging to my husband. Patty Blossom They are not deficient in forces—they have a powerful army, but no generalship. The Continental Monthly , Vol. 2 No. 5, November 1862 Devoted to Literature and National Policy As Secretary of the Treasury his mastery in finance was as essential to our success in the war as the statesmanship of Lincoln or the generalship of Grant. Stories Of Ohio These latter terms were evidently to be credited to Gabriel Zimandy's generalship; for his client might have found herself left with neither home nor annuity. Manasseh A Romance of Transylvania Yet his is the first mistake made by every tyro in generalship. Chancellorsville and Gettysburg Campaigns of the Civil War - VI True, the Nigrans hadn't revealed any especially striking generalship—had, in fact, committed some inexcusable blunders—but they couldn't be sure. The Black Star Passes He begged earnestly of his Order to be released from the burden of his generalship: but by his tears could only obtain the grant of a vicar to assist him in the discharge of it. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March Although the ten minutes stretched into fifteen, it is a tribute to Betty's excellent generalship that the dressing of the other three girls was managed in that time. The Outdoor Girls at Bluff Point Or a Wreck and a Rescue But the cause was now in the safe hands of Peel, whose honesty they respected and whose generalship they trusted; so Cobden and Bright were content to stand aside and watch. Victorian Worthies Sixteen Biographies Notwithstanding the able generalship of Frontenac the English made steady progress in the annexation of French territory. The Land We Live In The Story of Our Country "Better keep them straight and not try to stop them, hadn't we?" shouted Tad, with rare generalship. The Pony Rider Boys in Texas Or, The Veiled Riddle of the Plains This he contrived in his own favor; for, to the extreme regret of the order, he in the year following resigned the generalship, which he had held only two years. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March Two of the best catchers in the country are neither of them remarkable back-stops nor particularly strong and accurate throwers, and yet both, by their great generalship and cleverness, are "winning" catchers. Base-Ball How to Become a Player The country which has been the cradle of Indian invasions came to realize the extent of your power and recognized your generalship. Boys' Book of Famous Soldiers Without great generalship, "he knew how to wait and turn his reverses to account." The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 10 In generalship, my dear doctor, to achieve anything like the highest success, you must fight with two heads—your own and your adversary's. The Mayor of Troy He waited, as though to make sure that they appreciated his generalship. One Wonderful Night A Romance of New York In the following campaigns Browne exhibited the same qualities of generalship and the same impatience of control. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Charles was soldier, first and always; Philip was a man for the cabinet, having neither inclination nor ability for generalship. A Hero and Some Other Folks The ground they inhabit is frequently difficult walking; the animals are quite sufficiently wary to test the generalship of the stalker; and as they do not present a very large mark, good shooting is required. Natural History of the Mammalia of India and Ceylon The strength of Bolivar's generalship lay in rapid and unexpected movements like this. Historical Tales - The Romance of Reality - Volume III The "child," by the way, had displayed rare generalship, as speedily became known. An Apache Princess A Tale of the Indian Frontier His success was rapid, complete and almost bloodless, and in the eyes of contemporaires the campaign appeared as an example of perfect generalship. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" The generals practise their generalship, boasting of the blood they shed, competing one with the next in inciting to violence. Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá The victory was due, in part, to Hill's generalship and the lion-like energy with which he restored his broken centre and flung back the Buffs and the 71st into the fight. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes Dave had ricochetted ever since between amusement and chagrin at her generalship. The Cow Puncher A howl of rage rang through Rome at the news that they had once more been outwitted, and all Fabius' wise generalship was forgotten in this fresh defeat. The Red Book of Heroes Throughout the defence his intrepidity, resource, and generalship, proved him a man of remarkable military genius. Sir Joshua Reynolds A Collection of Fifteen Pictures and a Portrait of the Painter with Introduction and Interpretation General Pershing was raised to a full generalship soon after his arrival in France, an honor which has previously been held only by Washington, Grant, Sherman and Sheridan. History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War Massena led; Ney was second in command; both facts being pledges of daring generalship. Deeds that Won the Empire Historic Battle Scenes The nice balance had been disturbed by clever generalship rather than by open battle. The Short Cut Burr exercised his best generalship in directing his men how to overcome the difficulties they must encounter. A Dream of Empire Or, The House of Blennerhassett Hugh did not once get a sight of her face on the way to his mother's room, but owing to her exceeding efforts; and quiet generalship, he never guessed the cause. Queechy, Volume I The Austrian failure was due in part to the disaffection of some of the elements of the army, and in part to the poor Austrian generalship. History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War His fame was so large a part of the political capital of France, that a pretence was made of believing in his generalship, and the king took it quite seriously. Lectures on Modern history Let me say—with a blush if you like—that I am a skilful poacher, and my generalship has met with approval from gentlemen who have often seen the inside of Her Majesty's prisons. The Chequers Being the Natural History of a Public-House, Set Forth in a Loafer's Diary A British soldier returning from one of the attacks as he hobbled through Trônes Wood expressed to me the essential generalship of the battle. My Second Year of the War Their fancy that some new and mightier spirit of generalship was at work within the English camp was confirmed. The Days of Bruce Vol 1 A Story from Scottish History Russian generalship had been most admirable, and the Russian generals were men of ability and experience. History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War Mrs. Miller came to the rescue, and, by a rapid stroke of generalship, marshalled them into their places. Vera Nevill Or, Poor Wisdom's Chance I am not surprised that, with such generalship, you got off almost scatheless. In the Irish Brigade A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain It was obvious that he could not hold out long, but by clever generalship, and especially by an extraordinarily brilliant use of the cavalry arm, he held off the army for that day. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 12) The War Begins, Invasion of Belgium, Battle of the Marne She tried to work out new plays, criticised the generalship occasionally, and fairly 'ate and slept' football during the months of October and November. Football Days Memories of the Game and of the Men behind the Ball On account of this youthfulness Hannibal was not able, when his father died, to succeed to the generalship. Dio's Rome, Volume 1 (of 6) An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek during the Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus: and Now Presented in English Form He ravaged many places, and eventually came to Espiritu Santo, where he landed a force, which, through bad generalship, was much cut up by the defenders of the place. South America "A good bit of generalship, that, Frank," an old military man broke in. The Sport of the Gods But I must spur him on, or we may not have the scaffolding cleared away before the bride comes, if you show dexterous generalship in your wooing, eh, Anthony? and take your Magdeburg quickly.' Scenes of Clerical Life His spectacular runs, his able generalship, his ability to handle punts, coupled with that characteristic de Saulles' grit, made him a famous player. Football Days Memories of the Game and of the Men behind the Ball It is true that he had always been interested in it; but there is no question that Barrow was the man who had shown him the fascination of scientific generalship. Sir John French An Authentic Biography But Howe was dead, there was no longer leading or generalship, and Abercromby, leaving his cannon behind him, marched his army to make a direct attack on the French intrenchment. With Wolfe in Canada The Winning of a Continent It is said that the level-headed Longstreet opposed the plan, and if so it was but in keeping with his remarkable generalship. The Bay State Monthly, Volume 3, No. 6 The outworking of the coup de main was a triumph for the old borderer's shrewd generalship. The Master of Appleby A Novel Tale Concerning Itself in Part with the Great Struggle in the Two Carolinas; but Chiefly with the Adventures Therein of Two Gentlemen Who Loved One and the Same Lady Lee showed all his old skill and generalship, marshaling his men with coolness and precision, but Grant and Sheridan would not be denied. The Tree of Appomattox Against such a chance as this, strategy and generalship are helpless. Sir John French An Authentic Biography Thanks to the lawyer's generalship, things had been pushed through too quickly for them to combine. Two Knapsacks A Novel of Canadian Summer Life How the brilliant generalship there thwarted the German plan; and how Joffre recognized it in reorganizing his army. Foch the Man A Life of the Supreme Commander of the Allied Armies "Not so much, perhaps, as to bad generalship of the leader," returned Asru. The Days of Mohammed And the process continues until it culminates in our great National committees, headed by masterful captains of popular government, under whose generalship the enormous work of National and state campaigns is conducted. The Young Man and the World He holds that a self-reliant personality is as essential as a profound knowledge of generalship to the modern commander. Sir John French An Authentic Biography The lawyer feels if he tells his plan of campaign he loses the advantage of generalship. The Man in Court Now and then, as the achievements of his generalship rocked the world, someone essayed an account of him. Foch the Man A Life of the Supreme Commander of the Allied Armies But the generalship of Wallace was met by that of the king. History of the English People, Volume II The Charter, 1216-1307; The Parliament, 1307-1400 The generalship of a woman is never so keen, so instinct with strategy, as when she gives battle against another of her sex. Sally Bishop A Romance It is constantly and rightly said that business can never dispense with that which makes the secret of capital's success in large industry and trade, namely, generalship. Black and White Land, Labor, and Politics in the South Tiglath-pileser combined in equal measure those qualities of generalship and statesmanship which were necessary for the reorganization of the Assyrian state and the revival of its military prestige. Myths of Babylonia and Assyria For Foch has a greater vision of generalship than was possible to any commander of long ago. Foch the Man A Life of the Supreme Commander of the Allied Armies Under the conditions, it was not good generalship to give the enemy time, and to await his pleasure. The Major Operations of the Navies in the War of American Independence Even in a pitched battle, fought at Detmold, in which Wittekind led the Saxons against the superior forces of Charlemagne, they held their own against all his strength and generalship, and the victory remained undecided. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German Har-hat, taking the place of the king during the Rebu war, had displayed such generalship that the Pharaoh had rewarded him at the first opportunity with the highest office, except the regency, at his command. The Yoke A Romance of the Days when the Lord Redeemed the Children of Israel from the Bondage of Egypt The country which had been the cradle of Indian invasions came to realize the extent of your power and recognized your generalship. Forty-one years in India From Subaltern To Commander-In-Chief The challenge on Lincoln's part was a piece of superb generalship. American Men of Action The generalship of their fighting Commandant, Nikolas Smit, was of the highest order. The Transvaal from Within A Private Record of Public Affairs He was bold, daring, and unscrupulous, but scarcely fitted for generalship, his knowledge of war being confined to the tactics of highway robbery. Historical Tales, Vol 5 (of 15) The Romance of Reality, German Nay, but he presses the prince hard for generalship. The Yoke A Romance of the Days when the Lord Redeemed the Children of Israel from the Bondage of Egypt The young reporter admired the generalship of his city editor, who could thus plan a magnificent beat. Larry Dexter's Great Search or, The Hunt for the Missing Millionaire She had for an assistant a woman whom Ellen had engaged for her, and a tall youth who was the woman's son, and these two she managed with a generalship little short of genius. Mrs. Red Pepper Under such generalship, an army's lines are a trap into which entrance is suicide. A Short Life of Abraham Lincoln Condensed from Nicolay & Hay's Abraham Lincoln: A History It was not exactly what every girl would have done; and therein showed her generalship. The Other Girls As to his generalship, it was entirely inadequate, even if he had made use of the first favorable moments. At Home And Abroad Or, Things And Thoughts In America and Europe Under his generalship they expect to gain possession of the whole world. The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 38, July 29, 1897 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls They were chosen with consummate skill, born of a thorough knowledge of the nature of the country and inherent generalship. Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900) Letters from the Front With consummate generalship, this small force held the whole French army in check. The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power The indignation in Spain over the loss of Las Tunas gave rise to such very severe comment on Weyler's bad generalship that he made up his mind to offer his resignation to his Government. The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 48, October 7, 1897 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls It is quite true that he suffered a crushing defeat at Ticonderoga, due, as many of the officers say, to bad generalship. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America His generalship," said Pitts, "never had much play. The Yankee Tea-party Or, Boston in 1773 That Suvaroff failed in Switzerland, to which country he had been transferred from Italy, does not at all impeach his character for generalship. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 78, April, 1864 I think this affair will tax your generalship. Lippincott's Magazine, December, 1885 He had had all the advantage so far and with good generalship could still win on points if he fought his own battle and not Clancy's. Paradise Garden The Satirical Narrative of a Great Experiment Major George Washington and General Braddock have both made attacks upon Fort Duquesne, and though both have suffered defeat owing to untoward causes and bad generalship, the spirit within them is still unquenched. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America This indeed seems to be necessary, for even the Turks laughed at the want of generalship shown in the retreat made by the Greeks. The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 27, May 13, 1897 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls This heroic treatment of the disease of Rebellion, with all its loss, results in far less fatality than the rose-water generalship of the Peninsula, as the statistics of the Eastern and Western armies will show. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 78, April, 1864 Yet in spite of all this, in spite of blind generalship and total blundering, Charles continued to play his part of fortune's favorite to the end. Renaissance in Italy, Volume 1 (of 7) The Age of the Despots Una promptly made room for her on the window sill, a wise bit of generalship which forced the enemy at once into polite subterfuge. Paradise Garden The Satirical Narrative of a Great Experiment Washington and Braddock had both been overthrown in successive attempts upon Fort Duquesne; and now the English Fort of Oswego, their outpost at Lake Ontario, was lost through mismanagement and bad generalship. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America The loss of Larissa is declared to be solely due to the bad generalship of the Crown Prince. The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 1, No. 27, May 13, 1897 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls Richard III., as Duke of Gloucester, was not nineteen when he showed himself to be an able soldier, at Barnet; and he proved his generalship on other fields. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 78, April, 1864 It was the custom of Venice to employ her patricians only on the sea as admirals, and never to intrust her armies to the generalship of burghers. Renaissance in Italy, Volume 1 (of 7) The Age of the Despots Freed from money cares, praised for his generalship in the cotton corner, able to entertain sumptuously, he was again a Southern gentleman of the older school, and so in his envied element. The Quest of the Silver Fleece A Novel General Webb was a man upon whose courage and generalship several aspersions had already been cast. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America I am rather proud of my generalship at that critical moment. John Henry Smith A Humorous Romance of Outdoor Life In negotiations individual character counted for more than it does at the present day; nor must it be supposed that in the absence of our modern artillery there was no room for generalship. The Awakening of China These are the proofs of that breadth and simplicity of conception and of that mastery in execution which are the marks of the best generalship. Lessons of the War Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith Together they form an art which depends quite as much as generalship on the judgment of individuals. Some Principles of Maritime Strategy It seemed as though his spirit inspired them with ardent desire to show what they could do; although generalship, alas! had perished with the young Brigadier, who had fallen at such an untimely moment. French and English A Story of the Struggle in America Henry's instinct for generalship rose at once and he saw a plan. The Free Rangers A Story of the Early Days Along the Mississippi Also he could help her by mentioning in the right quarter her generalship in the matter of the "Pavlovas" instead of letting Dora take the credit. Winnie Childs The Shop Girl Unconsciously, he, too, was submitting to the generalship of this king of forest runners. The Forest Runners A Story of the Great War Trail in Early Kentucky Eugene's generalship had foreseen that this opening was inevitable. Father Stafford If advantage of position was with the first, the last showed the higher generalship. Lewis Rand It is good generalship to keep the line of retreat open; and Fred’s neglect had deprived them of all means of retiring from the scene of action. The Soldier Boy; or, Tom Somers in the Army A Story of the Great Rebellion As for those campaigns, 'luck' or Agrippa won them for him; in Octavian himself we can see no qualities of great generalship. The Crest-Wave of Evolution A Course of Lectures in History, Given to the Graduates' Class in the Raja-Yoga College, Point Loma, in the College-Year 1918-19 Indeed, the whole of Patterson's campaign shows far superior generalship on the part of his adversary. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 1, No. 3, March, 1862 He left this meeting, purposely, to the last day and the last hour, as a piece of generalship. The Land-War In Ireland (1870) A History For The Times The marshaling of the anti-slavery sentiment of New England under a common standard, in a common cause, was a master stroke of moral generalship. William Lloyd Garrison The Abolitionist One of his subordinates won for him the battle; of Lutterberg; but the generalship of Ferdinand made it a barren victory, and the campaign remained a success for the English. Montcalm and Wolfe Now, in these years of changing fortune, when the King himself experienced such bitter vicissitudes of the fortune of war, his generalship was the astonishment of all the armies of Europe. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12 These operations are now justly regarded as reflecting but little credit on the generalship by which the national army was controlled during that period of its history. Heroes of the Great Conflict; Life and Services of William Farrar Smith, Major General, United States Volunteer in the Civil War The better element among the men came thronging forward, willing and ready to fight under such excellent generalship as they knew they would find with Tom Reade. The Young Engineers on the Gulf Or, The Dread Mystery of the Million Dollar Breakwater |
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