Napolean and the Batterie des hommes




 
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June 9th, 2003  
GuyontheRight
 

Topic: Napolean and the Batterie des hommes


When Napoleon was overseeing the artillery at the Siege of Toulon, he had one battery that remained unoccupied because of it’s dangerous proximity to the Allied Forts. Recognizing this, Napoleon put up a sign that said Batterie des hommes, which mean Battery of Men without fear. Soon volunteers swarmed to operate the cannon.
June 14th, 2003  
Redleg
 
 
Thanks a lot.

It's on the site now.
February 15th, 2004  
Vegetius
 

Topic: Add two words


Batterie des hommes sans peur.
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February 15th, 2004  
Redleg
 
 
Thanks for the addition/correction.