Battle Of Waterloo
Account by the Duke of Wellington (Fiction)
Battle Of Waterloo,
Bicentenary A Brief Account
F McCullough
Source: Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) 1814-15 Sir Thomas Lawrence (1769-1830) Royal Collection Trust
The Battle of Waterloo, which took place on 18 June 1815, is forever etched in my memory as a pivotal moment in European history. The conflict saw my forces, comprised of British, Dutch, Belgian, and German troops, face off against the formidable French Army led by Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Through a combination of strategic planning, unwavering determination, and the timely intervention of our Prussian allies, we emerged victorious, putting an end to Napoleon's reign and ushering in a period of peace and stability in Europe.
As I surveyed the battlefield on the eve of the engagement, I knew that my forces were well-prepared and positioned to confront Napoleon's onslaught. I had carefully selected the ground on which we would make our stand, and I was confident that our defensive lines would hold against the French attack.
As the first shots rang out on the morning of 18 June, the French Army launched a series of assaults against our defensive positions. With each attack, my troops held their ground with remarkable discipline and courage, repelling the French time and again. I knew that we were fighting not only against the enemy before us but also against time, as we eagerly awaited the arrival of our Prussian allies led by Field Marshal Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher.
Throughout the day, I maintained communication with Field Marshal von Blücher, coordinating our efforts and planning our combined strategy. As the battle wore on, it became increasingly evident that the timely arrival of the Prussian Army would be crucial to our success. When the Prussians finally appeared on the eastern flank of the battlefield, it marked a turning point in the conflict. With their support, we were able to counter Napoleon's forces on multiple fronts, significantly disrupting his battle plan.
Sensing that the tide had turned against him, Napoleon ordered his elite Imperial Guard to mount a last-ditch assault on our lines. As the Guard advanced, we held our positions and met their charge with a fierce volley of musket fire. To my astonishment, the Imperial Guard faltered and began to retreat. Witnessing the collapse of their elite troops, the morale of the French Army plummeted, and the battle drew to a close.
As I reflect on the Battle of Waterloo, I am reminded of the bravery, determination, and unwavering commitment displayed by my troops and our Prussian allies. Together, we faced an enemy of immense skill and ambition and emerged victorious. The outcome of that fateful day in June changed the course of history, leading to the end of Napoleon's rule and the dawn of a new era of peace in Europe.
Fiction: Conversation with Open AI’s ChatGPT and Edited by F McCullough, Copyright 2023 ©
Duke Of Wellington – Poem
Source: The Duke of Wellington at Waterloo (18 Juin 1815), Robert Alexander Hillingford Napoleon.org
Oh, let me tell you, my good friends, of a battle so grand,
Where I, the Duke of Wellington, led the British with a firm hand,
It happened in the year of 1815, on a field in Belgium's land,
And it was here, my dear, that I made my stand.
The French, they came with their cannons and their guns,
And I, with my steadfast men, were ready for the French ones,
We fought with honour, and a courage so true,
And in the end, we knew we would break them through.
The French charged forward, with a might so fierce,
And our bayonets and muskets, did their charge pierce,
We held our ground, with a resolute will,
And we fought with all our might, until we saw the kill.
And then, when we needed it most, the Prussians arrived,
Their cannons and their guns, to the battle they contrived,
Together, we fought, with a might so strong,
And we pushed back the French, where they did not belong.
The battle was won, the French defeated with scorn,
Their leader, Napoleon, captured and forlorn,
And I, the Duke of Wellington, was forever praised,
For my bravery and courage, that in the history books stayed.
So let us remember, my dear friends, this story of mine,
Of the Battle of Waterloo, where the British did shine,
For we fought with honour, and a spirit so strong,
And we triumphed against the French, where we knew they did not belong.
Poem by Open AI’s ChatGPT, on theme, style and edited by F McCullough, Copyright 2023 ©
Duke Of Wellington - Song
Source: The Late Duke of Wellington. — From a Miniature by Sir George Hayter. The Illustrated London News. (20 November 1852): 429. victorianweb.org
Oh the Duke of Wellington, a legend so grand,
A man of great courage, of this fair land,
He led us to victory, at the Battle of Waterloo,
And his spirit endures, as his loyalty was true.
He fought with honour, and a steadfast hand,
And led us to triumph, over this land,
For the British spirit, is a force so strong,
And it endures forever, where it does belong.
With muskets and bayonets, he charged forward with might,
And he fought for freedom, with a resolute sight,
For the British influence, on this modern world,
Is a legacy that endures, forever unfurled.
So let us remember, the story of our past,
Of the Duke of Wellington, and his courage that lasts,
For the British spirit, is a force so grand,
And it endures forever, in this fair land.
Oh the Duke of Wellington, a legend so true,
A man of great courage, that we will always pursue,
For the British spirit, is a force to be reckoned,
And it endures forever, where it is beckoned.
Song by Open AI’s ChatGPT, on theme, style and edited by F McCullough, Copyright 2023 ©
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