....That lasted all day.......

Here it La Haye It'aint with a garrison from the Kings German Legion, to the right is one of two barricades and the sandpit all manned by elements of the 95th Rifles. Beyond is the Elm Tree Crossroads and the Allied lines.

A shot taken behind the Union Brigade on the left of the ridge. The three guns positioned here managed fire effectively most of the day, steadily inflicting casualties on the advancing French infantry columns. Allied infantry remained stationary for most of the day. General Ponsonby and his ADC is seen in front of the Greys.

 

French infantry press forward along and beside the road while another column begins a manoeuvre intended to encircle the farm. Hussars and dragoons are in support. The KGL and 95th respond with particularly ineffective long range rifle fire.

Vanity Fare here, The Corsican Ogre takes a break while the Iron Duke remains aloof.

Taking fire from the orchard, the buildings and the barricade the French column will shortly be in contact......................

More later...
Thanks

Eric