Attack on the Mule Train (Parte the First)

 

As mentioned in a prior entry the French are trying to transport their pay chests on mule back to the garrison , their plans are thwarted by the Allies who spring a ambush !.

 

 

The French Hussars and Light infantry deploy to counter the attack , Voltaire follows excitedly !

 

 

The French cavalry engage the Allied Jaegers in melee as the Prussian 'Black' hussars move forward they come under fire from the French light infantry on the hill .

 

 

Col. Scheither sends his Carbineers to attack the rear of the French column.

 

 

He then joins his gallant Jaegers who are losing the melee with the Hussars .

 

 

The 'Black' Hussars suffer heavy casualties from the serried ranks of French infantry.

 

 

The Allied Carbineers move around the hill to threaten the French rear !. Too be continued.......