| 单词 | intrench |
| 例句 | “We face a generational catastrophe that would undermine decades of progress and exacerbate intrenched inequalities,” he said, warning of “deeply concerning” knock-on effects on child nutrition, child marriage and gender equality. Global report: Covid risks 'generational catastrophe' warns UN; Latin America exceeds 5m cases 2020-08-04T04:00:00Z “This is a good example of a larger issue of how intrenched bureaucracies have an inclination to resist changes or issues they are uncomfortable with,” he said. Donald Trump’s handling of vast intelligence resources called into question 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z Now, of all matters under the sun the weather was the deepest intrenched in superstition and hearsay. Reading the Weather 2012-04-19T02:00:27.487Z The second blow was the loss of hospital stores, intrenching tools, army baggage, private papers, &c. The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:39.100Z Calling on New York and Vermont for militia, he toiled night and day at the works, and soon found himself strongly intrenched. The Second War with England, Vol. 2 of 2 2012-04-05T02:00:38.213Z It was three miles across the veldt, a mere black shadow upon the skyline, distinguished by its proximity to a local landmark, the "Jackal Tree," where the Boers had intrenched their Creusot gun. The Siege of Mafeking (1900) 2012-04-04T02:01:01.773Z On the night succeeding the feast, a party of the renegades, joined by about an equal number of Indians, approached the fort, and intrenched themselves, in order to fire upon the garrison. The Conspiracy of Pontiac and the Indian War after the Conquest of Canada 2012-03-26T02:00:34.423Z She knew what that would mean, so she stood intrenched like the rock of Gibraltar. The Homesteader A Novel 2012-03-26T02:00:30.703Z Early in September they arrived before the capital city of the Hoo-nan province, Chang-sha, and intrenching themselves, commenced a regular siege, which lasted more than two months. Ti-Ping Tien-Kwoh The History of the Ti-Ping Revolution (Volume I) 2012-03-19T02:00:25.027Z The Ptolemaic system was too strongly intrenched, and the motions of all the bodies in the sky were too well represented by it. Astronomy: The Science of the Heavenly Bodies 2012-03-17T02:01:02.630Z It matters not how deep intrenched the wrong, How hard the battle goes, the day how long, Faint not, fight on! The Optimist's Good Morning 2012-03-15T02:00:23.453Z In order to attack it they went up the river and intrenched themselves on land, working hard all night and making their breastworks of turf and fascines between stakes. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume 30 of 55 Explorations by early navigators, descriptions of the islands and their peoples, their history and records of the catholic missions, as related in contemporaneous books and manuscripts, showing the political, economic, commercial and religious conditions of those islands from their earliest relations with European nations to the close of the nineteenth century, Volume XXX, 1640 2012-03-06T03:00:26.127Z So deep had he sowed the habits he followed, and so intrenched were the roots of these habits, until it was no easy task to uproot them. The Homesteader A Novel 2012-03-26T02:00:30.703Z It also happens sometimes that brigands intrench themselves upon a mountain, in the interior of the country, and all the force of the empire is insufficient to dislodge them. The History of the Great and Mighty Kingdom of China and the Situation Thereof, Volume I (of 2) 2012-03-01T03:00:25.290Z These proud and powerful horsemen were supported by twenty-four thousand foot soldiers, strongly intrenched. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z We suppose an intrenched camp drawn across the island from the sea to the harbor, having town, fleet, and transports under its wing, and batteries on all the points and islands. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z Then he begins his march down the centuries, intrenching every position lest he be caught unawares by the critics. The Gentle Reader 2012-02-15T03:00:37.463Z We saw in advance of us what we supposed was an intrenched line, but owing to the lay of the surrounding country we advanced very cautiously. Civil War Experiences, 1862-1865 Chickamauga, Mission Ridge, Buzzard Roost, Resaca, Rome, New Hope Church, Kenesaw Mountain, Peach Tree Creek, Atlanta, Jonesboro, Averysboro, Bentonville 2012-02-15T03:00:31.957Z Business was at that time intrenched in Congress. Behind the Mirrors The Psychology of Disintegration at Washington 2012-02-11T03:03:55.693Z The old has pedigree and respectability; it is filled with the spirit of caste; it is associated with great events, and with great names; it is intrenched; it has an income—it represents property. The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 11 (of 12) Dresden Edition?Miscellany 2012-02-11T03:03:52.627Z For centuries the storms have beaten upon this narrow strip of sand, behind which the commerce of a State lies intrenched. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z France had already gained a firm foothold in the northwest, and England was not only firmly intrenched in the South but had also established a rather undefined protectorate over Egypt. Women of Achievement Written for the Fireside Schools 2012-02-08T03:00:23.060Z Careless of danger, he rode along the hastily intrenched line, giving an order here and shouting words of encouragement there to his weary and hard-pressed men. Current History: A Monthly Magazine of the New York Times, May 1918 Vol. VIII, Part I, No. 2 2012-02-04T03:00:16.443Z He who carries the gospel to them encounters depravity, intrenched in ignorance, both real and pretended. Slavery and the Constitution 2012-02-01T03:00:13.957Z To the front beyond the nipa houses and their palm-fringed gardens, lay unseen the parallel, intrenched lines of the Insurgents. The Code of the Mountains 2012-01-07T03:00:15.050Z Thus they lived for ten years within the narrow limits of an intrenched camp, a picket lodged within an enemy's country, until the settlement in Massachusetts Bay enabled them to draw breath. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z On their being reinforced somewhat later, Kingi took up arms to resist them, and intrenched himself on the property in dispute. Narrative of the Circumnavigation of the Globe by the Austrian Frigate Novara, Volume III (Commodore B. Von Wullerstorf-Urbair,) Undertaken by Order of the Imperial Government in the Years 1857, 1858, & 1859, Under the Immediate Auspices of His I. and R. Highness the Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, Commander-In-Chief of the Austrian Navy. 2012-01-04T03:00:31.713Z A scout has just come in and tells us the enemy are intrenched about 4 miles off, so that we shall have to-day a shindy of some kind. Notes of a Son and Brother 2011-12-29T03:00:14.087Z As soon as the infantry line was formed, the troops set to work intrenching the position. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z By a bold dash Stanley was able to seize and occupy the lower village, where he quickly intrenched himself. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z As the shores are for some miles intersected by creeks intrenched behind sandy downs, the route follows a level shelf along the high land. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z The suit case habit is very strongly intrenched in busy towns. In Pastures New 2011-12-23T03:00:12.717Z They have captured the outer fortifications and are intrenched within the citadel. Our National Defense: The Patriotism of Peace 2011-12-14T03:00:16.577Z Ransom drew his brigade from the intrenched line to meet that march, but it was one brigade against three—and those supported by part of Griffin’s division. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z Fearful of being attacked before they could intrench, they immediately set to work with their axes to throw together a brushwood fence, while thirty soldiers were stationed in front toward the river, to repel assault. Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa A Graphic Account of the Several Expeditions of Henry M. Stanley into the Heart of the Dark Continent 2011-12-24T03:07:57.647Z Instead of pursuing his advantage, General Lovell took a position within seven hundred and fifty yards of the enemy's works, and began to intrench. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z Pearson had had to intrench himself at Ekowe, where he would be obliged to defend himself, until troops sufficient for his relief could be got together. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z Any little incident like the French Revolution would be excessively annoying to the intrenched interests in this country. Our National Defense: The Patriotism of Peace 2011-12-14T03:00:16.577Z While Hancock was sending men to his advanced line during the night and intrenching there and on his second line, the Confederates were all night idle. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z The librarian is probably an eminently serviceable man according to the traditions of the Bodleian; but there are times when he appears to be a grudging autocrat intrenched behind antique rules and regulations. An American at Oxford 2011-12-02T03:00:19.150Z They then intrenched themselves, partly at the cellar-door of the house next the fort, and partly behind a rock on the sea-shore. Nooks and Corners of the New England Coast 2012-02-22T03:00:25.113Z Our adversaries, with their usual contempt for their enemies, have omitted to intrench themselves or fortify their position. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z It is the disposition of intrenched interests to grasp for more and more, and constantly more, that has imperiled England's national life. Our National Defense: The Patriotism of Peace 2011-12-14T03:00:16.577Z As they advanced the other brigades of Field’s division came up, were aligned before the enemy’s heavy massing forces, and ordered to intrench. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z They were pursued the following day, but again intrenched themselves with much skill, and withstood another siege of five days, when they surrendered. Stories of the Badger State 2011-11-27T03:00:12.687Z I have more than once intrenched myself in my room, determining to starve there rather than summon in the imps of the bell. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z I wish I could see them begin to intrench themselves, but there is no sign of it. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z Water Power Syndicates and Railroads and Armor-Plate Mills are all controlled by the same coterie of intrenched interests. Our National Defense: The Patriotism of Peace 2011-12-14T03:00:16.577Z Our enemy is very cautious, and he has become so proficient in intrenching that he seems to march with a system already prepared. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z It would seem as if he 36 intrenched himself instinctively in his ignorance, as if it were the force of poverty. Under the Shadow of Etna Sicilian Stories from the Italian of Giovanni Verga 2011-11-12T03:00:38.073Z Five ladies of the pacha's family at once intrenched themselves in one of the small cabins below, where, with five children, they continued for the remainder of the voyage, without exercise or ventilation. From the Oak to the Olive A Plain record of a Pleasant Journey 2011-11-26T03:00:12.337Z You see, though they have taken possession of the heights, they have not intrenched themselves. Perils in the Transvaal and Zululand 2011-12-02T03:00:22.447Z The Government troops were intrenched in a church with artillery. The International Monthly, Volume 4, No. 4, November 1, 1851 2011-11-03T02:00:15.113Z On the 30th he received a fair report of Casey’s intrenched camp, and the probable strength and extent of the line of his skirmishers reaching out his left front to White Oak Swamp. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z For example, the streams were rejuvenated, and instead of meandering perhaps over vast flood plains they intrenched their channels and in many cases dug deep gorges. Climatic Changes Their Nature and Causes 2011-10-28T02:00:24.840Z It seemed another Malplaquet, in which the relative position of the two armies was reversed, and the French were to storm the intrenched position of the Allies. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Vol. 60, No. 373, November 1846 2011-10-21T02:00:17.417Z So is wisdom, but they are the enemies intrenched within us. Old Wine and New Occasional Discourses 2011-10-20T02:00:26.230Z Cagigal immediately hurried to the capital, fortified the approaches, employing one thousand negroes in the work, and formed an intrenched camp. The History of Cuba, vol. 2 2011-10-11T02:01:01.423Z The information was sent up to general head-quarters, and orders were sent General Ransom to intrench his brigade along the crest of the hill. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z But the paradox still remains intrenched in English writing behind Mr. G.K. Of All Things 2011-10-09T02:00:26.957Z But their men lie securely intrenched in a cloud, And a trumpeter-hornet to battle sounds loud. Dryden's Works Vol. 3 (of 18) Sir Martin Mar-All; The Tempest; An Evening's Love; Tyrannic Love 2011-10-08T02:00:22.420Z Resignedly he had settled on the very line of traffic of the deadly foe, after intrenching himself and summoning to his aid all the defenses with which nature had endowed him. Jungle Peace 2011-10-06T02:00:42.363Z One can fancy with what avidity he would have seized upon the stolid, indomitable figure of Grant, intrenched behind his big, black, ubiquitous cigar. The History of the Nineteenth Century in Caricature 2011-10-04T02:00:18.533Z The intrenched line was crumbling faster than we supposed, and their reserve was engaged in hot defensive battle to hold secure the Gap while yet there were two hours of daylight. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z The whole army was now in motion and winter quarters abandoned; pushing forward, the 2nd and 6th corps captured and held the enemy's strongly intrenched picket line with heavy loss. Campaign of the Fourteenth Regiment New Jersey Volunteers 2011-09-29T02:00:13.017Z The island had been well intrenched and numbers had flocked to it. A Maid at King Alfred?s Court 2011-09-13T02:00:30.520Z "There are some hundreds of good horses, and yesterday a regiment of infantry came and intrenched itself." The Deluge, Vol. II. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-09-05T02:00:23.933Z Satan, intrenched in his last stronghold, has resisted, and humbled himself to entreaties and to desperate contrivances, in vain. The Gospel According to St. Mark 2011-08-20T02:00:14.427Z The first necessity was a little time to refresh, while the grand object was to draw the enemy from his intrenched lines to free and open battle. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z This part of the country was a thick forest, with deep gullies, and not intersected with any path excepting the road they were travelling, which led across the mountain where the Spaniards were intrenched. History of the Buccaneers of America 2011-08-19T02:00:13.187Z He knows that when the Cossacks cannot intrench themselves they are useless; for in the open field, though five times the number, they cannot stand against our squadrons. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z By this time the Dutchmen were powerfully intrenched, and were still hurrying and scurrying to protect the big mountain that stood between the British and the object of their desire—Ladysmith. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Pedraza had been regularly elected President; on hearing of which, Santa Anna rose in arms, and by a rapid march, seized upon and intrenched himself in the castle of Perote. Rambles by Land and Water or Notes of Travel in Cuba and Mexico 2011-07-29T02:00:23.127Z To guard against further encroachments of the gun-boats, a battery was intrenched on the river bank under direction of Major T. M. R. Talcot, of the general staff. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z Here, immediately after fixing their plan, they began to intrench and fortify the ground they occupied, and made all the dispositions which troops usually do who halt for the night. History of the Buccaneers of America 2011-08-19T02:00:13.187Z Hearing this, Hmelnitski stopped as if pinned to the earth, and intrenched himself. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z Lieutenant Willis took his section of H Company to support the Queensland guns, while Lieutenant Burstall took his section, with intrenching tools, to a ridge midway between farm and kopje, to prepare a position. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z There Werner, behind a deep ravine, had mounted batteries of twenty-four-pounders, well protected, on three stages, one over another; his army and his reinforcements were concentrated and securely intrenched. The Pl?biscite or, A Miller's Story of the War 2011-07-27T02:00:38.240Z General Humphreys captured the intrenched picket line in front of him, but found the Confederate works in front well manned. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z They allowed us to take up our outposts very quietly, they being now established in their intrenched camp in front of Bayonne, and which was not far distant from our advance. Twenty-Five Years in the Rifle Brigade 2011-07-21T02:00:19.027Z The armies intrenched themselves lazily and gloomily amidst streams of water. With Fire and Sword An Historical Novel of Poland and Russia. 2011-08-12T02:00:19.797Z It ran laterally with the river, with Spion Kop for its centre, and all around the enemy were actively engaged in intrenching themselves. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Ah, word of no meaning, behind whose vast latitude of mere sound we intrench our ignorance of so much of the spiritual! The Best Psychic Stories 2011-07-13T02:00:21.943Z The command was halted, deployed into position, and ordered to intrench against the pursuing army. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z On August 15 Baum came in touch with Stark's forces, but he hesitated to attack and proceeded to intrench. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z Blount, plunging yet deeper into dissipation, drained it of every dollar of its profits, intrenching even on the standard value of the estate. The Yellow Chief 2011-07-05T02:00:27.013Z The Boers were stretched from Jacobsdal on the east to a point miles away on the west of the railway; they were intrenched horse-shoe fashion, with Majesfontein for their most imposing stronghold. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Nor has war against intrenched privilege of any sort ever been Mr. Taft’s specialty. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z General Ewell prepared for the next day by intrenching his front. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z Yonder is the battered chapel of St Méry, where, eight years ago, four hundred republicans, intrenched in the cloisters, strove against the whole armed might of Paris, and were overcome only by artillery. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 60, No. 372, October 1846 2011-06-29T02:00:23.750Z The Government troops were intrenched in a church, with artillery. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, vol 1-98, 1850-1899 None 2011-06-27T02:01:02.870Z Two battalions were posted at that place, and occupied a good commanding position, which had been well fortified and intrenched. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z They are intrenching everywhere, are bent on having one fight, and are confident of victory. The American Occupation of the Philippines 1898-1912 2011-06-29T02:00:28.167Z Both the division commanders claim that they were to be relieved, and that they were ordered not to intrench or replenish supplies. From Manassas to Appomattox Memoirs of The Civil War in America 2011-12-28T03:00:39.977Z Then came the battalion problems, the proper use of grenades by men advancing in formations against a mythical enemy in intrenched positions. Our Army at the Front 2011-06-26T02:00:07.933Z Instead of attacking him, Wallenstein took possession of the height of Zirndorf, in the neighborhood of the city, and strongly intrenched himself. A History of Germany From the Earliest Times to the Present Day 2011-06-22T02:00:21.157Z General Woodgate, having secured the summit on the 24th, reported that he had intrenched a position and hoped he was secure, but that the fog was too thick to permit him to see. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z They have also succeeded in intrenching themselves at Capiz and in other parts of the Viscayas. The Friars in the Philippines 2011-06-17T02:00:20.100Z When he intrenched himself on Gwynn’s Island, that same stalwart Lewis opened a heavy cannonade on fleet and island, and sent a ball through the indignant nobleman’s flag-ship. Erskine Dale?Pioneer 2011-06-13T02:00:32.327Z America was also represented by its best organizations, but under the constant losses incurred in attacks against strongly intrenched positions units dwindled, and replacements were poured in. Our Army at the Front 2011-06-26T02:00:07.933Z In every social revolution there are three distinct generations, the first of intrenched traditions, the second of violent reaction and the third of reconstruction. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z While the great struggle was taking place it was discovered that the enemy was intrenched at a small drift on the west. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Instead even of intrenching himself, he had the boldness to take the field himself, at the head of four hundred thousand men, whom he had hastily collected. The Thousand and One Days A Companion to the 'Arabian Nights' 2011-06-04T02:00:14.880Z Many of them made their refuge on the Isle of Pines, and were so strongly intrenched there that it seemed that no one had ever thought of trying to dislodge them. Latitude 19 degree A Romance of the West Indies in the Year of Our Lord Eighteen Hundred and Twenty 2011-05-30T02:00:18.047Z The premises of the ch�teau, which were surrounded by a moat, were carefully intrenched and strongly defended by infantry and guns. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z That generation of authority was intrenched in the great social domination of the church. The Salamander 2011-06-10T02:00:22.890Z He found the English strongly intrenched in their successful efforts to monopolize the Indian trade of that quarter. Explorers and Travellers 2011-05-11T02:00:17.627Z The very fact that he is independent, with the further fact that he is intrenched behind the most formidable of all barriers—private property rights—insures his monopoly. Proceedings of the Second National Conservation Congress at Saint Paul, September 5-8, 1910 2011-05-07T02:00:26.100Z In a few weeks the unions would have been everywhere firmly intrenched; and in a few more the entire steel industry would have been captured for trade unionism and justice. The Great Steel Strike and its Lessons 2011-05-07T02:00:25.193Z The advanced guard of the 17th Division of the Grand Duke's Detachment had found Gidy intrenched and strongly occupied. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z "Oh, we's all safe enough, suh," said George, with the assurance of one who is so well intrenched that no foe on earth could possibly get at him. From Pillar to Post Leaves from a Lecturer's Note-Book 2011-05-05T02:00:21.620Z But, on the other hand, it is cheering that shameless crime intrenched in every way, and defying the course of law, should by that course be quietly convicted and surely punished. From the Easy Chair, series 2 2011-04-29T02:00:06.407Z The Conservation movement finds it necessary, as a starting-point, to attack intrenched property interests, and it therefore finds itself in politics, inasmuch as these interests have become intrenched through legislation. Proceedings of the Second National Conservation Congress at Saint Paul, September 5-8, 1910 2011-05-07T02:00:26.100Z It is among the favored tonnage trades that the Americans are especially intrenched. The Great Steel Strike and its Lessons 2011-05-07T02:00:25.193Z However, it was soon known that the enemy's detachment which had been seen at Gien did not form part of a large body of troops, and was intrenching itself at Briare for its own safety. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z Bureaucracy, as I have experienced it, feels itself intrenched in office, and is consequently likely to be indifferent to complaint and to the requirements of progress. Abroad at Home American Ramblings, Observations, and Adventures of Julian Street 2011-04-27T02:00:23.800Z We must move warily upon the intrenched enemy, dearest Grizzle. From the Easy Chair, series 2 2011-04-29T02:00:06.407Z My gentleman spy was again seated on the lounge that faced the elevator, and once more intrenched behind a newspaper. First Person Paramount 2011-04-07T02:00:19.233Z "Sir!" exclaimed Forester, with an energy almost ferocious; and Dempsey made a spring backwards, and intrenched himself behind a sofa-table. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z On the high adjacent ridge to the north-east the forts of La Miotte and La Justice, with the enclosing lines connecting them with the main fortress, formed a spacious intrenched camp. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z We blush, says our author, to name Lord Holt as having given the opinion, behind whose high authority the crown intrenched itself in this summary procedure. The American Quarterly Review No. XVIII, June 1831 (Vol 9) 2011-04-02T02:00:12.460Z He would need to do no more than shout for the waiter to fill up his mug again and intrench himself for the evening. Pieces of Hate And Other Enthusiams 2011-03-28T02:00:24.120Z Before knowing the true situation, he gave orders to retire and intrench with a view to a siege. The History of Company A, Second Illinois Cavalry 2011-03-28T02:00:23.133Z However the intruders are admitted, when once inside they intrench themselves behind furniture or stores, and are difficult to dislodge. House Rats and Mice Farmers' Bulletin 896 2011-03-12T03:00:26.220Z Any further advance was not projected, at any rate for the present; on the contrary, General d'Aurelle's instructions were to form an intrenched camp about Orleans for 200,000 men. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z The armies in Europe are showing us that you must intrench yourself where you are if you want, in the end, to push forward. The High Heart 2011-03-04T03:00:52.683Z But the enemy have, within a few years past, intrenched themselves within the dominions of natural science; and there, for a long time to come, must be the tug of the war. The Religion of Geology and Its Connected Sciences 2011-02-28T03:00:28.890Z Instead of intrenching, he gave orders for an immediate and vigorous attack along the entire left before the enemy, who had withdrawn his forces to our right, could reform. The History of Company A, Second Illinois Cavalry 2011-03-28T02:00:23.133Z He was at Santa Clara, an intrenched post on the upper or south side of the Bay of San Francisco, with 400 men and two pieces of field artillery. Presidential Candidates: containing Sketches, Biographical, Personal and Political, of Prominent Candidates for the Presidency in 1860 2011-02-27T03:00:34.390Z The General pointed out that, according to his reckoning, 80,000 Germans must be encountered in an open country, and that it would be more advisable to await their attack in an intrenched position. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z His principal occupation consisted in sitting in the vestibule, with finely-shaved upper lip and imposing side-whiskers, intrenched behind a newspaper, and overpowering the creditors if they ventured to present their unpaid bills. Asbe?n From the Life of a Virtuoso 2011-02-27T03:00:30.780Z The path to racial peace is straight but narrow—its following to-day means tremendous fight against inertia, prejudice, and intrenched snobbery. The Negro in the South His Economic Progress in Relation to his Moral and Religious Development 2011-02-27T03:00:29.010Z Three miles in the interior, a ford was found; but the opposite bank was steep, woody, and well intrenched. The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 4, April, 1852 2011-02-23T03:00:33.760Z As the light of morning dawned upon the city, the Tuileries presented the aspect of an intrenched camp. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z Instead of attacking, the French began to intrench themselves, and in order to clear the battle-field a truce was arranged. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z He had hitherto shown himself entirely impervious to all persuasion, all explanation; he had, with all the obstinacy of his character, intrenched himself behind his rights, as impregnable, in his estimation, as the mountains themselves. The Alpine Fay A Romance 2011-02-11T03:00:27.700Z Failing in this and every other attempt to force the enemy to a battle, he rashly resolved to attack them in front, up the steep declivities at the top of which they were intrenched. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z For nine miles or more above the city, as far as Cape Rouge, every landing-place was intrenched and protected. The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 4, April, 1852 2011-02-23T03:00:33.760Z A large force of Austrians were intrenched near Saorgia, along the banks of the fertile Roya, in the enjoyment of ease and abundance, and dreaming not of peril. Harper's New Monthly Magazine No. XVI.?September, 1851?Vol. III. 2011-02-15T03:00:16.383Z Besides these troops there were 8000 Gardes-Mobiles occupying an intrenched position about two and a half miles in front of the city. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z She made it difficult enough for us, so intrenching herself in her forests and fields that we were obliged to contend for every step of our way; but she was conquered at last. The Alpine Fay A Romance 2011-02-11T03:00:27.700Z A sortie from the intrenched camp and another from the fort had been repulsed with loss. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z When intrenching under fire cover is first secured in the lying position, each man scooping but a depression for his body and throwing the earth to the front. Manual for Noncommissioned Officers and Privates of Cavalry of the Army of the United States 1917 to be also used by Engineer Companies (Mounted) for Cavalry Instruction and Training 2011-02-03T03:00:09.473Z While we were intrenched near the block house, the men were sickening so fast that in our platoon we had not enough men to form the sentry groups. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z The troops, intrenched in the villages round a wide circumference, had to repel many sorties. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z An invisible, scarcely suspected of existing, he is much more active, much more solidly intrenched, than the legal censor whom liberals detest. The Invisible Censor 2011-01-29T03:00:20.267Z There was little left to plunder; and the Indians, joined by the more lawless of the Canadians, turned their attention to the intrenched camp, where all the English were now collected. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z For two days this handful of misguided men kept up their insurrection, and at last intrenched themselves in an ale-house in Cripplegate, where, after severe fighting, the remnant of them were captured. London in Modern Times or, Sketches of the English Metropolis during the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries. 2011-01-28T03:00:22.900Z Every man carried with him three empty sandbags and his intrenching tool. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z But it was of grave importance that the village of Danjoutin, strongly garrisoned and intrenched by the enemy, stood in the way of a further advance. The Franco-German War of 1870-71 2011-05-26T02:00:14.447Z Then, however, the federals had fought without shelter; now, the rebels were strongly intrenched. Vermont riflemen in the war for the union, 1861 to 1865 A history of Company F, First United States sharp shooters 2011-01-28T03:00:21.780Z He was met at the foot of the glacis, blindfolded, and led through the fort and along the edge of the lake to the intrenched camp, where Monro was at the time. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z The intrenched party, in the meantime, rushed out from behind their defenses, climbing on top of their wagons, yelling and dancing around like demons. Indian Stories Retold From St. Nicholas 2011-01-22T03:00:17.853Z When used in this fashion the wooden handle is laid aside, the pick end becomes a handle, and the intrenching tool is used in the same manner as a trowel. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z The first of these requests, owing to the deeply intrenched interest of the West India Company, could not be granted, the last still less. Dutch and English on the Hudson A Chronicle of Colonial New York 2011-01-17T03:00:47.770Z They said nothing of their purpose except to Nina Ide, whom they left intrenched in the wangan—a woods maiden who felt perfectly certain of the chivalry of the men of the woods about her. King Spruce, A Novel 2011-01-15T03:00:34.400Z The garrison then evacuated the fort, and marched to join their comrades in the intrenched camp, which was included in the surrender. Historic Handbook of the Northern Tour 2011-02-10T03:00:53.020Z Their brethren were actually intrenched in the heart of Spain. Ancient Chinese account of the Grand Canyon, or course of the Colorado 2011-01-12T03:00:34.043Z I took my small intrenching tool, scraped away the dirt I had dug, and began cleaning away near the base of a big boulder. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z Slavery existed before the adoption of the Constitution, and so strongly was it intrenched at that time in some of the colonies that it was impossible then to wipe it out. The Short Constitution 2011-01-05T03:01:00.017Z When Gregg arrived at Raccoon Ford, he found it guarded by a strong force on the opposite side, intrenched around the house of Colonel Porter, which overlooks the ford. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z Dresden, which was necessarily the focal point, was intrenched and palisaded for the protection of the army which was to be its main bulwark. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. IV. (of IV.) 2011-01-05T03:00:52.520Z The disproportion of numbers in this battle was greatly in favor of Meade, and he had, besides, the advantage of acting on the defensive, in an intrenched position. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Both sides were intrenched and prepared to stay there for the winter. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z He had possession of the outer gates, but the whites were still intrenched, and he must dislodge them—an undertaking which subjected him to heavy loss of men. Red Eagle and the Wars With the Creek Indians of Alabama. 2010-12-20T17:12:28.183Z A small body dashed into Orange Spring early in the morning, and captured a lieutenant of Jackson's staff, and a wagon loaded with intrenching tools. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z Winter in these well-nigh roadless hills meant a blockade and a siege with loneliness and stagnation as the impregnably intrenched attackers. The Law of Hemlock Mountain Gaza had been made into a strong modern fortress, heavily intrenched and wired, offering every facility for protracted defense. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. No. 8 platoon was intrenched just in front of a field in which grew a number of apple trees. Trenching at Gallipoli The personal narrative of a Newfoundlander with the ill-fated Dardanelles expedition 2011-02-02T03:00:25.187Z They had but one hundred feet intrenched, the number who were engaged did not exceed eight hundred, and they with not half ammunition enough; the reinforcement not able to get to them seasonably. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams Slavery was strongly intrenched in the capital of the nation. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z Slavery would have become intrenched, to yield, perhaps, in the end only to economic influences, the operation of which had already doomed it. The Ifs of History The Americans, settling in their positions, became stronger; they appeared to be better intrenched than the Germans, who were continually harassed, day and night. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. With pride as indomitable as ever, intrenched within their little corner of Syria, they confronted the hostile world. Stories of the Olden Time (Historical Series—Book IV Part I) According to Mr. Brown, the Anti-Saloon League is strongly intrenched at Washington. The Menace of Prohibition The command was ordered to attack the enemy in his intrenched position, drive him from it, and take his batteries. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z It was Imperial cavalry, for we never got sight of the infantry, as it had intrenched itself near the said city. Pictures of German Life in the XVIIIth and XIXth Centuries, Vol. II. They could not advance beyond the railroad tracks to the north of the town, where they had intrenched themselves after being driven out by the marines. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. Most of the conquered Messenians then intrenched themselves on the steep summit of Ithome, which was even then sacred to Zeus Ithomatas; and they probably restored the ancient walls and defences which had fallen down. The History and Antiquities of the Doric Race, Vol. 1 of 2 We watched with curiosity the English intrenching themselves on the opposite heights of the Pointe de L�vy, and there was much speculation among us as to their object. The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec Sheridan, being in advance with the cavalry, reached Jettersville, on the Richmond and Danville road, forty-four miles from Richmond, on the 4th, tore up the track, intrenched his position, and waited for the infantry. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z "So in all ages selfishness has intrenched itself behind a hypocritical modesty," he grumbled. The Children of the World There was one point where the enemy was strongly intrenched in concreted cellars where a struggle of the deadliest description developed. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. He saw now why 12th Avenue had been chosen as the line of attack: the defenders were intrenched there and were offering forceful opposition. The Year When Stardust Fell In the advance of Gibbon’s Division at the Battle of Cold Harbor, against a strongly intrenched position, Col. Reply of the Philadelphia Brigade Association to the Foolish and Absurd Narrative of Lieutenant Frank A. Haskell The Second and Sixth Corps succeeded in taking the intrenched picket line, and holding it. The Boys of '61 or, Four Years of Fighting, Personal Observations with the Army and Navy 2011-01-05T03:00:55.123Z But keenly alive to the nature and connection of intellectual questions, he possessed moreover, a mind as dogmatically intrenched, as the agitator's was inaccessible, and so willingly avoided useless discussions. The Children of the World He looked back once at the intrenched camp, but the descent and curve of the road already hid it in the darkness. The Guns of Europe He was well intrenched, and all opponents, such as this shambling giant with the red beard and nondescript carriage, must attack in the open. The Broken Gate A Novel Before him went twelve hundred troops, under the command of General Thomas; before the troops trundled an unknown number of carts, filled with intrenching tools; before the tools were eight hundred men. The Only Woman in the Town And Other Tales of the American Revolution The Confederates were intrenched in a position of vantage on Cedar Mountain and the Unionists were advancing across the fields and through the forest into a sort of basin below the mountain. Across the Continent by the Lincoln Highway The soil was sandy, there were no timber and no rail fences, and we had few intrenching tools, consequently it seemed impossible with the facilities at hand to construct any sort of temporary breastworks. Civil War Experiences under Bayard, Gregg, Kilpatrick, Custer, Raulston, and Newberry, 1862, 1863, 1864 In addition the sacerdotal body was strongly intrenched in the social system. History of the Spanish Conquest of Yucatan and of the Itzas Papers of the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology, Hard University. Vol. VII. Sooner or later the people rebel against intrenched or bureaucratic groups. The Holy Earth Gridley, whose quick night work at Breed’s Hill on the sixteenth of June had startled the world, headed the intrenching party as engineer. The Only Woman in the Town And Other Tales of the American Revolution At Xauxa a great number of Indians were drawn up to oppose them, intrenched on the farther side of a freshet-swollen stream. The Spanish Pioneers Did he at all intrench upon your Sovereignty in Verse, because he had now and then written a Comedy that succeeded? A Letter from Mr. Cibber to Mr. Pope On the 11th General Wilson moved on to Abonito and found the enemy strongly intrenched in the mountain fastnesses along the road. The Greater Republic A History of the United States On the other side is the control of the necessities of life, and even of life itself, by intrenched groups that ostensibly represent the people and which it may be impossible to dislodge. The Holy Earth On the 1st of July, Burgoyne encamped four miles north of Ticonderoga, and began to intrench and to throw a boom across the lake. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Cambridge was the site of the camp of the first American army, at the outbreak of the war, and from it went the detachment which intrenched on Bunker’s Hill. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" We entered where Joao sat intrenched amid sugar loaves and tinned goods and silvered sausages, beneath a flock of lard balloons no rounder nor shinier than his face. Where the Pavement Ends The congressional elections of this year intrenched the Republicans in Congress, and they were sure of the power for the next two years to carry through any policy upon which they might agree. The Greater Republic A History of the United States A large body of Turks, who had surprised and assassinated a party of the French, intrenched themselves in a small village. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852 Ten pieces of artillery with harness and proper officers were to be forwarded from Peekskill, as well as intrenching tools. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools By a strange and criminal neglect no attempt was made to intrench this position, although it was known that the column might at any moment be attacked by the Zulus. The Young Colonists A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars On these highlands this mere speck of a people intrenched themselves for ages against the mightiest of world powers. The Bible Story He was driven through the town, and his troops intrenched themselves on Fisher's Hill, near Strasburg. The Greater Republic A History of the United States It was the hour of midnight, on the 25th of July, 1799, when Napoleon, with six thousand men, arrived within sight of the strongly intrenched camp of the Turks. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, February, 1852 An eminence immediately above the ford had been intrenched in the night, and was occupied by Wayne and Proctor's artillery. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools A precipice, inaccessible to a white man, guarded the right flank; on the left a succession of steep terraces had been utilised and carefully intrenched, each successive line commanding that below it. The Young Colonists A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars He came quickly to the camp, and, leaving his bread, and corn, and cheese with a servant in the rear, went right up to the front where the line of battle was intrenched. The Bible Story They intrench and raise batteries; they have engineers. The Greater Republic A History of the United States There was a large table in the room, and I intrenched myself at once behind this, armed with a light cane chair, while I screamed murder in every language I could command. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance In the accounts given of the approach of Burgoyne to Ticonderoga, it was stated that he had encamped four miles north of the fortress and intrenched himself. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools If the former, they will find the French army in an intrenched camp as a field of battle. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 When I contemplate this fierce creature so widely distributed and strongly intrenched, I see that much remains to be done ere the world is brought under the rule of universal peace and love. My First Summer in the Sierra Under the attack of superior forces, the Americans had managed to hold their ground and they now began to intrench. The Greater Republic A History of the United States The intrenched camp is our only protection, the camp and the long-tested swords in our hands. The Scarlet Banner Baum also halted, posted himself on a high ground at a bend of the little river Walloomscoick and began to intrench himself. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools The combined Russian and Prussian armies, about thirty-five thousand strong, now advanced against the capital, where Kosciuszko occupied an intrenched camp with twenty-five thousand men. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 The forces they have to overcome are strongly intrenched. Women of Early Christianity Lee, therefore, intrenched, and stayed where he was until the 13th, by which time the river had fallen sufficiently to be forded, and he once more re-entered Virginia. The Greater Republic A History of the United States The tower which he had built up with his ideals, and in which he had intrenched himself, was in danger of being undermined and toppled into ruins, burying his soul beneath the debris. The Mountain Girl Before the plan could be put into execution, scouts brought word that the Americans were intrenched opposite those fords, and encamped in force with cannon on the high ground between Fort Edward and Fort George. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Orders were therefore issued, by the provincial commanders, that a detachment of a thousand men should intrench upon this height. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 Instead of intrenching themselves by energetic preparations, they wasted the time in voluptuous revelry. Roman Women Seizing cannon and ammunition, the traders crossed the prairie to the abandoned fort of the Rocky Mountain trappers, where the murderers were intrenched. The Story of the Trapper Yet was his tower strengthened wherein he had intrenched himself with his ideals. The Mountain Girl Some of the more wary and judicious, among whom were General Ward and Dr. Warren, doubted the expediency of intrenching themselves on those heights and the possibility of maintaining so exposed a post. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools That night the British intrenched themselves on the heights, lying down in front of the recent scene of contest. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 This needs to be considered, especially under our northern skies, where cultivated society intrenches itself behind a triple wall of reserve. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 94, August, 1865 A few shells were fired into distant intrenched position on the hill, but when Wheaton resumed his advance early in the morning the B. and L. rifle was returned to its position at Fort MacArthur. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. But they have been the means also, at times, of intrenching the rules they sought to explain and of fastening on the law doctrines of which it were better rid. An Introduction to the Philosophy of Law The main force under General Howe was intrenching itself strongly about half a mile beyond the place of the recent battle. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Seven columns at daybreak approached the ramparts, rapidly filled up the ditches with their fascines, broke down the defences, and pouring into the intrenched camp carried destruction into the ranks of the Poles. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 14 But, with friendly assistance this difficulty was overcome; the army set out three days later for its destination, and arrived in the intrenched camp on the 21st of June. Rulers of India: Lord Clive Just as the forces reached the outskirts of Santa Rita they were fired on by a large body of insurgents, who were heavily intrenched around the city. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. The French fleet, surprised and not strong enough to cope with the Spaniards, cut their cables and left, and Menendez entered an inlet which he called St. Augustin, and there began to intrench himself. Elsie in the South Two batteries had been finished at St. Johns, mounting nine guns each: other works were intrenched and picketed. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Lee consequently halted and began to intrench; and this delay gave time for Ord to come up, and enabled Sheridan to intercept the enemy at Sailor’s Creek. The Fourth Massachusetts Cavalry in the Closing Scenes of the War for the Maintenance of the Union, from Richmond to Appomatox The mango-tope in which the English were resting was but a mile distant from the intrenched position occupied by Sir�j-ud-daul�'s army. Rulers of India: Lord Clive Thus the intrenched Malays had cleared a spot which commanded the plains for miles around. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. The pioneers had been sent up, and we commenced intrenching and stockading the hill round the huts, which were in number about twenty. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment A large force was intrenched south of the town on the neck leading to Roxbury—the only entrance to Boston by land. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools I had intrenched myself within a little circle of enjoyments, and among my books and in my walks my days went pleasantly over. Tom Burke Of "Ours", Volume II A mistaken sensibility has intrenched, not only on their comfort, but on their sincerity. Coelebs In Search of a Wife They found a place where the river could be forded and discovered that the insurgents were strongly intrenched on the banks of the Bag Bag river. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. Francezka’s arrival scarcely for a moment interrupted the work of intrenching the island. Francezka They were without intrenching tools, in a flat country, where there were no natural fastnesses. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Rosenfelt was now compelled to attack his intrenched position or move to the left, thereby endangering his communication to the rear. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles Garrard’s cavalry, and in many instances we fought the enemy in front, until the infantry came up and intrenched themselves in our rear. History of the Seventh Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Fifteen hundred American soldiers in this battle contested with 12,000 intrenched warriors of Luzon, and won by their prowess and the strategy of a gallant leader. The Utah Batteries: A History A complete account of the muster-in, sea voyage, battles, skirmishes and barrack life of the Utah batteries, together with biographies of officers and muster-out rolls. Nine days later Ibr�h�m Lod�, at the head of an army computed by B�bar to have been a hundred thousand strong, attacked the invader in his intrenched camp. Rulers of India: Akbar They were proceeding to intrench themselves, but were driven into their tents by a drenching rain. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Onr army was now intrenched, and heavy skirmishing continued for several days. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles Yoshitsun� laid siege to the fortified palace of Fukuwara, within which the Taira leaders lay intrenched, and pushed the siege with such energy that in a short time the palace was taken and in flames. Historic Tales, Vol. 12 (of 15) The Romance of Reality But Apemama is a close island, lying there in the sea with closed doors; the king himself, like a vigilant officer, ready at the wicket to scrutinise and reject intrenching visitors. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 18 (of 25) Bair�m intrenched himself, and wrote to Hum�y�n for aid. Rulers of India: Akbar Here he immediately set to work to intrench and fortify himself. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools The enemy moved forward and intrenched in the front and within two miles of Papson. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles The spirit of man intrenches itself behind ideas, behind letters, and here it proves impregnable even against the autocracy of a Nicholas. Lectures on Russian Literature Pushkin, Gogol, Turgenef, Tolstoy At last, with an air of charging an intrenched brigade, he contrived to say, "I would rather do anything than frighten or trouble you." The Little Regiment And Other Episodes of the American Civil War Hartwell's eyes were intrenched in a series of absorbed wrinkles that threw out supporting works across a puckered forehead. The Blue Goose The British army now rested with their left wing on the hill they had just taken, and which they were busy intrenching. The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools Milo was now attacking the enemy near the intersection of the White Oak and Claiborne roads, but finding him too well intrenched, had to fall back some distance. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles As fast as the troops arrived and were placed in position they hurried to cover themselves with breastworks, and by the time the enemy was ready to attack, Cox’s line was well intrenched. 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 Strongly intrenched behind well-filled money bags, they have felt themselves safe in helping the trusts to fleece the public. Solaris Farm A Story of the Twentieth Century Without pretending to have military judgment, as I viewed the intrenched position of the Confederates, I said to myself, “we will fail to carry those heights.” Personal Recollections of the War of 1861 As Private, Sergeant and Lieutenant in the Sixty-First Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry In addition to rations, ammunition, and other articles which you have received directions to take with you, you should take a fair quantity of intrenching tools. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War Orden had arrived at Rice Station, and was intrenched, so as to prevent any further movement of the enemy south. Uncle Daniel's Story Of "Tom" Anderson And Twenty Great Battles To this end, he began intrenching the ground on which he stood. Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76. And night was falling; the enemy out in front had stopped, and gone to intrenching, instead of pushing on. From the Rapidan to Richmond and the Spottsylvania Campaign A Sketch in Personal Narration of the Scenes a Soldier Saw Admiral Sampson, who was anxious to strike a decisive blow before the enemy should have time to concentrate and intrench, then telegraphed Secretary Long as follows: Mole, Haiti, June 7, 1898. Campaigning in Cuba Seymour had advanced, contrary to the orders given him by General Gillmore, from Baldwin's Station, where he was instructed to intrench and await orders. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War Memories of Bunker Hill, perhaps, made the British officers a trifle timid about crossing the inlet, and marching over the sandy shore, to attack intrenched sharpshooters. Hero Stories from American History For Elementary Schools He had marked out, and intrenched this very position, in which the army now found its last retreat. Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76. The battle raged furiously; every gun distinctly heard at our house until 1 p.m.—the enemy being intrenched between our middle and outer line of works. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital At daybreak on Friday, July 1, both columns were in position, within striking distance of the enemy's intrenched line. Campaigning in Cuba The next morning the troops advanced to Trent's, with their left resting on the Appomattox, near Walthall, and the right on the James, and intrenched. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War Some time in the forenoon we found the enemy intrenched at Rowanty Creek, just below the junction of Gravelly Run and Hatcher's Run. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House To have effected this in season, Burgoyne should have made a rapid march to the Mohawk, intrenched himself there, and operated in conjunction with St. Leger. Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76. The sudden booming of artillery, shelling our department boys, intrenching at Bottom’s Bridge, was heard until bedtime. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital For instance, there is the historic duel between Anatole France, a free-lance among critics, and Ferdinand Brunetière, intrenched behind the bastions of tradition, not to mention the Revue des Deux Mondes. Ivory Apes and Peacocks Failure to support his troops and to intrench lost him all he had gained, and he returned to his intrenchments at Bermuda Hundreds. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War We hastily intrenched, for this purpose tearing down a house. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House Already Frazer was intrenching at Saratoga, with the view of protecting the crossing. Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76. Gen. Johnston telegraphs from near Atlanta that the enemy holds several fords above, and a portion of his forces have crossed, and are intrenched. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital It proceeded to intrench itself in political as well as in financial power. History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I Conditions in Settlement and Colonial Times We have landed here, intrenched ourselves, destroyed many miles of railroad, and got possession, which, with proper supplies, we can hold out against the whole of Lee's army. The Black Phalanx African American soldiers in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, and the Civil War The trees on the side of the ridge which sloped down to the stream opposite the open ground in which we had intrenched on the 30th, afforded excellent cover. In The Ranks From the Wilderness to Appomattox Court House After intrenching, it was his intention to bring up his heavy artillery, and open a cannonade which he was confident the enemy could not withstand, as their defensive works were chiefly built of logs. Burgoyne's Invasion of 1777 With an outline sketch of the American Invasion of Canada, 1775-76. But he was intrenched, and slew hundreds of the enemy before he retreated, which was effected without loss. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital The views, aims and interests of these classes were so thoroughly intrenched in law that the fact did not escape the keen notice of these foreign investigators. History of the Great American Fortunes, Vol. I Conditions in Settlement and Colonial Times The Russians had intrenched themselves along the entire front, as had the Germans only a short distance away. The Boy Allies with the Cossacks Or, A Wild Dash over the Carpathians But otherwise it is not usual thus to intrench upon the prerogative of the crown, and the king may prevent it when he pleases. Commentaries on the Laws of England Book the First "No, you go home," she said, intrenching herself behind a pout. The Son of His Mother May 16th.—McClellan is intrenching—that is, at least, significant of a respite, and of apprehension of attack. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital The Duke of Anjou, whose forces were somewhat superior in numbers, had approached within a very short distance of Coligny, but, unwilling to risk a general engagement, had intrenched himself in an advantageous position. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 I looked at myself as I passed a shop mirror, and saw a face with a cold, cynical expression, the soul intrenched behind inscrutable, searching eyes. An Ocean Tramp But he was well intrenched, and as the guerrillas were also, he lighted his pipe and smoked reflectively. The Missourian Fuller's maps, page 480, volume 38, part 3, War Records, show where Fuller fought, and where we had to intrench. The Battle of Atlanta and Other Campaigns, Addresses, Etc. Here the Yankees will intrench themselves, and cannot be dislodged. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital Little by little the left wing of the Proudhonian army left the domain of Individualism to intrench itself upon that of "Collectivism." Anarchism and Socialism She intrenched herself again behind that dumb apathy: she stood aloof from Sylvie. Hope Mills or, Between Friend and Sweetheart Dispositions were now made for a united attack on the enemy's intrenched camp. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 367, May 1846 Colonel Moonlight, in command of Fort Laramie, as soon as he heard of this revolt, went to relieve the intrenched party. The Battle of Atlanta and Other Campaigns, Addresses, Etc. Recent Northern papers say he is approaching Winchester, and I see they are intrenching in the valley to guard against his terrible blows. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital Having thus secured the west, Montcalm hurried back to Lake Champlain, and intrenched himself at Carillon, by this means to prevent an invasion of Canada by way of the Richelieu. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France Her nods and gestures were so much a part of her, so piquant, decisive, and full of expression, when she did not intrench herself behind a studied dignity. Hope Mills or, Between Friend and Sweetheart The Sikh Sirdar took up an intrenched position at Budhowal, supporting himself on its fort; but, threatened on either flank by General Smith and Brigadier Wheeler, finally decamped, and moved down to the Sutlej. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 367, May 1846 Behind a sofa Claude intrenched himself again, a small chair raised above his head as a weapon of defense. The Side Of The Angels A Novel January 3d.—To-day we have a dispatch from Vicksburg stating that the enemy had re-embarked, leaving their intrenching instruments, etc., apparently abandoning the purpose of assaulting the city. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital Nevertheless, Montcalm determined to attack the English before they had time to intrench themselves. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France The cove here was intrenched, and the French commander was so harried with feigned attacks that he and his people had no rest. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 In reserve was the 5th brigade, under Brigadier the Hon. T. Ashburnham, which was to move forward from the intrenched village of Kodeewalla, leaving, if necessary, a regiment for its defence. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 367, May 1846 Reporters frequently left the intrenched camp at Paris, were arrested before traveling any great distance, and confined for days and weeks. The Note-Book of an Attaché Seven Months in the War Zone It is reported by Gen. Lee that the losses on both sides on Monday were light, but the enemy have established themselves on Hatcher’s Run, and intrenched; still menacing the South Side Railroad. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital From this point to the height where, seven miles away, the Montmorency leaped foaming over its dizzy precipice, the lowlands of Beauport had been strongly fortified and intrenched. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France Wolfe once intrenched on the plateau, the rest of his army, guns, and stores could be brought up at will, and the city defences on that side were almost worthless. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 Within thirty hours this force stormed an intrenched camp, fought a general action, and sustained two considerable combats with the enemy. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 367, May 1846 It was not easy for a venerable European nation, intrenched within its own regal institutions, in shaking off the past to begin a future of popular sovereignty. The Arena Volume 18, No. 92, July, 1897 Finding him intrenched, they were withdrawn after dark. A Rebel War Clerk's Diary at the Confederate States Capital The breached ramparts offered but a feeble defence; the frost-bound earth made it impossible to protect the city by an intrenched camp; and the commissariat department could not sustain a long investment. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France Landing artillery and stores, intrenching both positions, and mounting siege-guns at the last-named one consumed the first few days of July. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 The political "machines" of both Republican and Democratic parties were well intrenched and there was no doubt that the powerful influence of both would be used to the utmost against a woman suffrage amendment. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume VI This document would possibly permit them to go even beyond the lines where the Belgian army was intrenched, waiting to deal a blow at the enemy in case the Germans turned threateningly toward Antwerp. The Boy Scouts on Belgian Battlefields The weight of his sword, his two lances, and his intrenching tools and palisade, was not reckoned. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 364, February 1846 More than once had Father Griffen, assisted by his two slaves, intrenched himself securely behind a large gateway of mahogany, after having repulsed their assailants by a lively fire. A Romance of the West Indies Marcilly was killed in bravely defending a post which I had charged him to intrench. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 13 Impossible! the Australian, it appeared, had found nothing impossible in those circumstances in which Nettie had intrenched herself. The Doctor's Family The dominant note of Mrs. Catt's speech was the great need for political power in the hands of women to combat the social evil, which she had found intrenched in the governments of every country. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume V Eugene, and the remainder of the council, considered the design too hazardous, while Vendôme with so great an army lay intrenched in their rear, threatening their communications. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 364, February 1846 This, as has been pointed out, is most difficult to obtain because it is intrenched in constitutional law and because it represents a more radical revolution than all the others combined. The History of Woman Suffrage, Volume IV Could he hope for any less a sacrifice of his army in attacking a more formidable position, with the rebels more securely intrenched? Daughters of the Revolution and Their Times 1769 - 1776 A Historical Romance He reached Worcester, when Cromwell determined to attack him, and marched the Parliamentary army to the outskirts of the city, encamping on Red Hill, where he intrenched. England, Picturesque and Descriptive A Reminiscence of Foreign Travel He hadn't even a way of intrenching himself in the ground against the next attack. The Planetoid of Peril They went farther than this, and acted upon their declaration by employing their surplus slave labor in the work of intrenching their fortifications, serving their army, and finally fighting in their army. Continental Monthly, Vol. III, No IV, April 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Of the thirteen officers present some were for retreating to Point Isabel, others for intrenching upon the spot, and only four for pushing ahead. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 3, August, 1850. Lee's army was getting into position, his various corps concentrating and intrenching, and making every preparation for a new base and a stout resistance. Personal Recollections of a Cavalryman With Custer's Michigan Cavalry Brigade in the Civil War All but this little chart-room, where, with most of the ship’s weapons, Carter and I were intrenched. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, March 1930 The wives of the captains, intrenched behind their overflowing baskets, were going it hammer and tongs with the fish-women who would retail the catch next day at Valencia. Mayflower (Flor de mayo) A Tale of the Valencian Seashore Sassacus was strongly intrenched, about twenty miles east of them, in two forts, or, rather, fortified towns. King Philip Makers of History The opposing lines faced each other deeply intrenched. The Story of the Great War, Volume VI (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Having reached their objective, the cavalry proceeded to intrench, in order to protect the British infantry that was advancing from High Wood. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War Finding the resistance of the Turkish infantry too strong, the British troops abandoned any further offensive and intrenched in the positions they had won. 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 The tradition is that Washington stood on a horse block, telescope in hand, trying in vain to penetrate the smoke and fog and discover the force of the enemy intrenched within the Chew mansion. The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia The Indians, three thousand in number, were strongly intrenched, as we have before mentioned, in a swamp, which was in South Kingston, about eighteen miles distant from the encampment of the colonists. King Philip Makers of History South of the Uzul Valley, near the Rumanian frontier, a strongly intrenched ridge was taken by storm and in hand-to-hand fighting by German troops, who maintained it against repeated counterattacks. The Story of the Great War, Volume VI (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Instead of sweeping on to the second lines they tried to intrench themselves in the wrecked German first line. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War The British troops beat off the Turkish horsemen and infantry and endeavored to reach the river, which was over a mile to the rear of the Turkish intrenched forces at Horseshoe Marsh. 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 The two detectives drew intrenching shovels from their pockets and dug feverishly. The Great Drought Without any dinner, they had entered upon one of the most toilsome and deadly of conflicts, and had continued to struggle against intrenched and outnumbering foes for four hours. King Philip Makers of History An Athens division had been quietly moving along the railroad line, leaving a regiment to intrench themselves before the king's palace at Tatoi. The Story of the Great War, Volume VI (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources By August 19, 1914, it was fleeing back to the intrenched camp of Antwerp. The Story of the Great War, Volume V (of 8) Battle of Jutland Bank; Russian Offensive; Kut-El-Amara; East Africa; Verdun; The Great Somme Drive; United States and Belligerents; Summary of Two Years' War During the first part of the fighting it had been intrenched in the hills to the north of the town. 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 So they said nothing; but constituting themselves into a beleaguered garrison, they intrenched themselves within their citadel, and bade defiance to the foe. Among the Brigands The intrenched camps in Galicia, Cracow, and Przemysl were soon to be besieged, and between them was a fortress known as Jaroslav, of insignificant value, like that of Huy between Liege and Namur in Belgium. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Meanwhile, it was said, the Greeks were intrenching on all the heights around the city. The Story of the Great War, Volume VI (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources The Turks retired and intrenched themselves about 2-½ miles southeast of the Ferry post. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources Meanwhile the French and British had fallen back on an intrenched line two or three miles to the south of the Greek frontier. 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 The once great Mahommedan Empire in that country was reduced to the single province of Granada, where the Moors intrenched themselves in their last stronghold. A Short History of Spain An Austrian column which had descended the north slope of the Carpathians in the direction of Narvoda, where it had intrenched itself, was attacked and driven back. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources He then intrenched himself so as to bid defiance to their attacks, and employed one hundred of his most skilful workmen in building, under the concealment of a neighboring grove, two very large flat boats. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots Finally it became apparent that further advance was impossible without reenforcements and the French intrenched for the night. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources These lines were strongly intrenched and otherwise strengthened, for it was not yet certain that the enemy did not mean to invade Greece. 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 Gentlemen, America must grow up, but intrenching itself with peace, and growing not by the augmentation of the sinews of war but by systematizing and utilizing the resources of her economic force. Latin America and the United States Addresses by Elihu Root About the same time troops were sent by train from the east of Lemberg to near Chelm, and put in action against Austrian infantry intrenched on a long line, which included the village of Michailowka. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources He took a select body of horsemen and footmen, and after a very difficult journey of three days, came to the borders of the citadel where the chief and his garrison were intrenched. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots Finally they were ordered to intrench where they were for the night. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources Until the beginning of November General Townshend's division remained here, part of the Turkish force being intrenched about four miles up the river. 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 But it is in vain that they intrench themselves, they are pursued by the intrusive vulgar. Practical Education, Volume II Conditions were similar east of Cracow, the adversaries being well intrenched on opposite sides of the Dunajec River. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources They found the island covered with a dense forest, and the chief and his troops strongly intrenched. Ferdinand De Soto, The Discoverer of the Mississippi American Pioneers and Patriots Hill 114 on their right, where the Turks proved to be firmly intrenched, then proved a serious obstacle to the advance. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources The floods of January, 1916, were a distinct benefit to General Townshend, for the Turks, intrenched in a loop of the Tigris, were driven out by the deluge and compelled to seek higher ground. 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 None of the party cared to prove the truth of Joe's threat, and they fell back a short distance, giving him an opportunity to intrench himself behind the fragments of the camp. Down the Slope The troops landed four miles below the town and intrenched, while the river force moved up and shelled Kurna. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Genghis Khan, of course, now prepared to attack the cities where the several divisions of the sultan's army had intrenched themselves. Genghis Khan, Makers of History Series The British and French having intrenched themselves, the British guns began a vigorous bombardment of the forts. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources French and British were intrenching strongly at Saloniki, backed by a powerful fleet. 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 A messenger was posted away to Colonel Fry, while the army took up the line of march to Red Stone Creek, where it hastily intrenched and awaited reinforcements. From Farm House to the White House The life of George Washington, his boyhood, youth, manhood, public and private life and services The Russian cavalry was not strong enough to attempt to take the Austrians' intrenched position, and therefore waited for the main body of the Russian forces to come up. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources It matters not how deep intrenched the wrong, How hard the battle goes, the day, how long; Faint not, fight on! Poems with Power to Strengthen the Soul The British had repulsed all attacks, but the most difficult part of their task now lay before them, for the Turks were strongly intrenched near Basra some four miles from the British lines. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources During the next three months the opposing forces settled down and heavily intrenched themselves and then began that warfare at present familiar to the world, resembling huge siege operations. 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 Not more than three thousand soldiers were with Washington at Hackensack, without intrenching tools, tents, and necessary supplies. From Farm House to the White House The life of George Washington, his boyhood, youth, manhood, public and private life and services The Austrians had attempted to check the Serbian advance by intrenching heavy rear-guard forces in several strong positions, the nature of the country being especially suited to such tactics. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Says Colonel Fagan, of the First Arkansas, of Gibson’s brigade:— “Three different times did we go into that ‘Valley of Death,’ and as often were forced back by overwhelming numbers, intrenched in a strong position. My Days and Nights on the Battle-Field Without faltering, however, the Australian and New Zealand troops, supported by a squadron of battleships and destroyers, came on straight at the strongly intrenched Turks. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources And when the coffee house finally succumbed, tea, and not coffee, was firmly intrenched as the national drink of the English people. All About Coffee While part of the advancing Americans still 143 maintained a fusillade from their rifles and from a few machine guns that had been rushed up, others used the intrenching tools. Ned, Bob and Jerry on the Firing Line The Motor Boys Fighting for Uncle Sam At Sanijeh they effected a landing, intrenched, and awaited the coming of two additional brigades. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources The bloodiest of all these battles was the ill-judged attack, for which Grant has been much criticised, on the strongly intrenched rebel lines at Cold Harbor. Ulysses S. Grant They intrenched themselves at Magonzhio, the first village on the way to Khori, whence they battered the Turks with their heavy artillery until the arrival of Russian reenforcements. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources In the early part of the nineteenth century, coffee became firmly intrenched as the one great American breakfast beverage; and its security in this position would seem to be unassailable for all time. All About Coffee The fugitives had intrenched themselves in what was undoubtedly the most secure position near, and were on the watch. The Young Ranchers or, Fighting the Sioux The following morning the Serbian left occupied Pechintsi and advanced north to the Romer Canal, where they met a heavy fire and were compelled to intrench themselves. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources All other authority is so intrenched within the marches of divine commandment, that the least overpassing of the bounds set by God himself, bringeth men under the fearful expectation of temporal and eternal judgments. Biographia Scoticana (Scots Worthies) A Brief Historical Account of the Lives, Characters, and Memorable Transactions of the Most Eminent Scots Worthies A reconnoitering party reported that the Austrians were intrenched in a large villa beyond a stream outside the town. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources After his drive, he fell back from Warsaw, and intrenched for the winter. The Story of the Great War, Volume I (of 8) Introductions; Special Articles; Causes of War; Diplomatic and State Papers Slavery, thus intrenched in the midst of such powerful allies, and without competition in tropical cultivation, has become the sole reliance of King Cotton. Cotton is King, and Pro-Slavery Arguments Comprising the Writings of Hammond, Harper, Christy, Stringfellow, Hodge, Bledsoe, and Cartrwright on This Important Subject On November 2, 1914, two infantry divisions and a rifle brigade of Russians were dislodged from a strongly intrenched position. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources When Brahmanism came to South India, many centuries ago, it found intrenched among the people, everywhere and universally, this ancient cult. India, Its Life and Thought The Austrians holding the villa were strongly intrenched, and they held out against superior forces until late in the afternoon, when four shells crashed into the building, bringing it down about their ears. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources The line Bialystok-Brest-Litovsk was the main field selected, because of its central location between the Austro-German frontiers, and more particularly because it was well covered from attack by the intrenched fortress and camp of Warsaw. The Story of the Great War, Volume I (of 8) Introductions; Special Articles; Causes of War; Diplomatic and State Papers But there was never any great wrong righted that was not intrenched in sophistry—that did not plead an immemorial antiquity, and what it called the universal consent and "instinct" of mankind. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II There not only had the Russians posted their heavy guns on the right bank, but infantry had been strongly intrenched on the left. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources But she still questioned Mistress Satchell smoothly, thinking the while of a man intrenched behind a table, one man against six. The Lady of Loyalty House A Novel The Turks occupied intrenched positions at the entrance of Kut-el-Hai Channel on the main line of communication between the Tigris and Bagdad. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources Therefore, the first winter of the war, while their main armies were intrenched in colder climes, both sides turned their attention to the southeast. The Story of the Great War, Volume I (of 8) Introductions; Special Articles; Causes of War; Diplomatic and State Papers They are aristocrats, with a lower class, servile and obsequious, intrenched in feudal homes. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II It was strongly intrenched and stubbornly defended in several good positions, one behind the other. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources When we arrived at camp at Lake George, we found that it had been strongly intrenched. Ben Comee A Tale of Rogers's Rangers, 1758-59 To make matters even worse, the French could not, in the heavy fire maintained by the Turks, intrench until after nightfall, and they had to spend hours in the exposed position. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources They thus intrenched themselves in their various capitals at the head of these troops, and reigned over their respective dominions almost as if they were kings themselves. Darius the Great Makers of History But Mr. Smith abandons the principle clearly involved, and intrenches himself on policy. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II The two divisions then set to work to intrench themselves. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources The opening years of the nineteenth century found slavery intrenched over the whole territory of the United States that lay South of the Mason and Dixon line. The American Empire Gaba Tepe is so rugged and uninviting that it was believed that the Turks would not trouble to intrench it. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources Here he came upon Aztec forces intrenched in strong towns, often built like eagles' nests upon some rocky height, so that to take them was a work of great difficulty and danger. The True Story Book The Romans would not come out of their encampment to give him battle on equal terms, and they were too strongly intrenched to be attacked where they were. Hannibal Makers of History But even here they were checked along a line from Ravjne to Tolich, where both sides intrenched and came to a deadlock for the time being. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources The Russians were slowly driven across the plain, fighting fiercely as they went, until by six in the evening they reached the heights near the town, which had been intrenched. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. III. (of IV.) Actually the Turks appeared to have intrenched and prepared every inch of the coast. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources They possess a great deal of religious bigotry which is intrenched behind their dense ignorance. India's Problem, Krishna or Christ They had, however, so intrenched themselves in the positions that they had taken, and the assaults with which he encountered them had lost so much of their former force, that he could accomplish nothing decisive. Hannibal Makers of History The approach by the main road had been heavily intrenched and the guns were in position. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources He accordingly dispatched the necessary orders to Lentulus, who commanded the northern division, and, in the mean time, intrenched himself in a strong encampment at a place called Beneventum. Pyrrhus Makers of History Despite all further attempts the British troops were able to make no further advance at this point and intrenched for the night. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources The Romans, however, made for another point, and landed in the harbor of Aspis, intrenched a camp to protect their ships, and ravaged the country. Ancient States and Empires When Hannibal moved, which he was soon compelled to do to procure provisions, Fabius would move too, but only to post and intrench himself in some place of security as before. Hannibal Makers of History Also, Austria and Germany had many strongly intrenched positions at strategical points covering all the chief lines of approach on their frontiers where the latter faced Russian territory. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources Perdiccas crossed one of the branches of the Nile, and then led his army forward to attack Ptolemy in a strong fortress, where he had intrenched himself with his troops. Pyrrhus Makers of History When the Austrian reserves arrived the Italians had intrenched themselves on the southern slope and were able to make use of the captured guns. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources He selected then the rich lands of Apulia for winter quarters, and intrenched his camp at Gerenium. Ancient States and Empires Hasdrubal retreated with his forces to his camp as soon as the battle was over, and intrenched himself there, while Masinissa advanced with his army, surrounded the encampment, and hemmed the imprisoned fugitives in. Hannibal Makers of History In a military estimate it proved that forts constructed on the latest scientific principles, but unsupported by an intrenched field army, crumple under the concentrated fire of long-range, high-power enemy guns. The Story of the Great War, Volume II (of VIII) History of the European War from Official Sources They came to me, and entered fully into my object; and it was decided that we should go on immediately to the fortress where those who wished to carry on war had intrenched themselves. The Old Helmet, Volume II In the last weeks in August they made short dashes into British territory, intrenching themselves in some places, and occasionally engaged in a skirmish with farmers on the frontier. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources But they made the sacrifice, and intrenched themselves behind the fortifications of Athens. Ancient States and Empires However, she thought she could not marry Mr. Carlisle; and intrenched herself a little while in that position, until the next subject came up for consideration; how she could escape from it? The Old Helmet, Volume I When intrenching under fire the rifle trench can be constructed by a man lying down. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition When Charles II., in 1663, went to see the Celtic remains of Abury, sixty-three stones were still standing within the intrenched inclosure. Chips From A German Workshop. Vol. III. Essays on Literature, Biography, and Antiquities On October 8, 1914, Colonel E. H. Gorges, commanding a British naval and military force and four field guns, sailed up the Wuri in launches and found the enemy intrenched near Jabassi. The Story of the Great War, Volume III (of 8) History of the European War from Official Sources He returned at once to Syracuse, and intrenched himself in his fortress, where he was besieged by the insurgents. Ancient States and Empires At dark we were placed in position on the infantry line and ordered to intrench and by morning of 26th, we had a pretty fair earthwork in our front facing a Federal battery. A History of Lumsden's Battery, C.S.A. Conditions may require men to work in pairs, one firing while the other uses his intrenching tool. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Anticipating that a strong detachment would be sent against him from Fort Duquesne as soon as Jumonville's defeat was known there, he intrenched himself on the Great Meadows. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 4 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History Huniades at first withdrew himself into his intrenched camp, but in a few days felt himself strong enough to engage with the enemy on the open field. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History The Romans, meantime, had been re-enforced by new troops, under the command of Flaminius, who attacked Philip in his intrenched camp. Ancient States and Empires On the 7th of January, the intrepid Stockton found that the enemy was intrenched between him and the San Gabriel River. The Naval History of the United States Volume 2 This is due to the effectiveness of rifle fire at close range, the destructive effect of shell and shrapnel, the infrequency of daylight attack on intrenched positions, and the severe strain on the men. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition The Russian general employed all this interval in studying the ground and in intrenching himself. The Two Great Retreats of History Early yesterday morning German troops and the corps of Field Marshal von Arz commenced an attack upon strongly intrenched enemy lines. New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 4, July, 1915 April-September, 1915 Instead of retiring before this superior force, Antiochus intrenched himself in Thermopylæ, but his army was dispersed, and he fled to Chalcis, and there embarked for Ephesus. Ancient States and Empires David slew Goliath with one pebble from his sling, but the giant "System," intrenched in the stoutest citadel ever constructed, and armored in gold and riven steel, will yield to no mere call for surrender. Frenzied Finance Vol. 1: The Crime of Amalgamated Keep your intrenching tool free from rust, being especially careful that no rust gets into the sockets. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition Remain here," replied Daru; "make one vast intrenched camp of Moscow, and pass the winter in it. The Two Great Retreats of History This ground had been partially intrenched during the previous night, and at 8:50 P.M. the infantry advanced under cover of our artillery and established themselves in the new line. New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 4, July, 1915 April-September, 1915 Scipio, meanwhile, intrenched and fortified in the suburb, cut off all communication between the city and main-land by parallel trenches, three miles in length, drawn across the whole isthmus. Ancient States and Empires It constitutes at present the most important and securely intrenched intimidating force that modern society presents against the actual culture of the world, whether in the schools or out of them. The Lost Art of Reading If the object is merely to gain an intrenched position for further operations, an earlier hour is necessary in order that the position gained may be intrenched under cover of darkness. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition As a matter of fact, the force in Natal was not, and has not since been, sufficiently strong for attack of a foe in such powerfully intrenched positions. 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 intrenched minority is capable of a sort of rock-like resistance. A Spoil of Office A Story of the Modern West Marcellus obtained, by the treachery of a Sicilian captain, possession of the island of Ortygia, where Dionysius had once intrenched himself, the key to the port and the city, and Syracuse fell. Ancient States and Empires I will therefore intrench myself behind certain details which I have often before cited, but not in the presence of a gathering of this kind. Parks for the People Proceedings of a Public Meeting held at Faneuil Hall, June 7, 1876 If the captured position is a part of a general line or is an advanced post, it should be intrenched and occupied at once. Manual of Military Training Second, Revised Edition The enemy went helter-skelter to their second kopje on the right, where another force was strongly intrenched. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 2 (of 6) From the Commencement of the War to the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899 But the system had become too firmly intrenched in the financial habits of the people. Robert Toombs Statesman, Speaker, Soldier, Sage He intrenched himself at Eleusis and Megara, from which he commanded Greece and the Peloponnesus, and commenced the siege of Athena. Ancient States and Empires To intrench; to protect by a slight fortification. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Harmon then deserted the helm, leaving the ship to the mercy of the tempest, and hurried forward to the forecastle, hoping there to intrench himself so firmly as to resist all attacks from without. Thrilling Narratives of Mutiny, Murder and Piracy A weird series of tales of shipwreck and disaster, from the earliest part of the century to the present time, with accounts of providential escapes and heart-rending fatalities. Behind them came the artillery, who directed their fire at the hill above the farm, where the enemy was supposed to be intrenched. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 2 (of 6) From the Commencement of the War to the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899 In the first place, they could not endure seeing the enemy intrenched five kilometres away from the coveted city. World's War Events, Vol. II Pompey avoided a pitched battle, and intrenched himself on a hill near Dyrhachium. Ancient States and Empires Prussia was constituted in such a manner that its territory became an intrenched camp, and its people a nation in arms. The Arena Volume 4, No. 24, November, 1891 At Harrison’s Landing, the work of intrenching the position was immediately commenced; and it was some days before the army were entirely assured that defeat and capture were not still possible. The Young Lieutenant or, The Adventures of an Army Officer Then our troops intrenched themselves in face of the Boer position. 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 gardens were invaded by a throng which gave them more the aspect of an intrenched camp than a playground of princes. Royal Palaces and Parks of France Augustus, intrenched by military power, sought to revive not merely patrician caste, but religious customs, which had declined. Ancient States and Empires So they brought the ships ashore; Cæsar intrenched them within a camp, and remained there till the weather improved. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98 January 11, 1890 On the hill beyond was the intrenched line of the rebels. The Young Lieutenant or, The Adventures of an Army Officer The enemy is intrenched in the kopjes north of the Tugela; one large camp is reported to be near the Ladysmith road, about five miles north-west of Colenso. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 2 (of 6) From the Commencement of the War to the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899 It is pelting furiously; Pickle and Knudsen, with the intrenching tools which luckily were served out to us this afternoon, are digging frantically to keep the water away from their suit-cases. At Plattsburg Constantine collected an army of one hundred and twenty thousand men at Thessalonica, and advanced to attack his foe, intrenched in a strong position. Ancient States and Empires True, the garrison was small, but it was intrenched behind strong walls, a well-filled moat and a line of breastworks carefully designed, and improved bastions. The Hero of Ticonderoga or Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys Step by step the Russians made their way, pushing their parallels against the intrenched works of their foes. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality The Boers, however, began discreetly to remove themselves to a second position still better intrenched, from whence they could fire on the British as they gained the top. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 2 (of 6) From the Commencement of the War to the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899 Yelling, some fifteen men got out their intrenching tools and began to dig a ditch to lead the water off to the field below. At Plattsburg He then threw himself into Jotaphata, where the strongest of the Galilean warriors had intrenched themselves. Ancient States and Empires Once more you get the spectacle, so common to American financial history, of a strongly intrenched vested interest with the real exploiter or the consumer arrayed against it. An African Adventure They occupied a mountain slope, which was strongly intrenched. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality The general imagines a detachment of Wheeler's cavalry is located somewhere at this side of the Gap, or near Valley Head, strongly intrenched, to take us unaware. An Undivided Union He had us bring intrenching shovels and a dozen new burlap bags, and soon we were provided with the best sandbags on the range. At Plattsburg He took no step to realize any measure of popular freedom, and, above all, refused to demolish the fortress, behind whose fortifications the tyrants of Syracuse had intrenched themselves in danger. Ancient States and Empires The only security, therefore, for the Greeks, would be to fall back and intrench themselves at Thermopylæ. Xerxes Makers of History The famous 4th regiment, intrenched in the cemetery, defended itself valiantly, but was driven back by the spread of the flames. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Sherman began, without delay, a furious assault on Bragg's right, and leaving the knoll upon which he was intrenched, swept up that upon which the enemy rested. An Undivided Union But intrenching should not be necessary in a country provided, as this one is, with stone walls. At Plattsburg It was their object to get the Greeks out of Babylonia, where they could easily intrench and support themselves, and then attack them at a disadvantage. Ancient States and Empires Here they intrenched themselves, and then prepared to defend their lives, armed with the weapons which, like the materials for their fort, were washed up, from time to time, by the sea. Xerxes Makers of History |
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