Issue 105 - The second battle of El Bruch

After the disastrous first battle at El Bruch (see issue 105), Duhesme ordered the First Division to force a way through the pass and on to Girona. In his hurry, the divisional commander got his depleted infantry underway. He neglected to bring any cavalry or artillery. To stop them, the Spanish gathered a very mix bag of companies of regulars and local militia. Will the veteran French commander brush the skirmishers aside, or will they block his way?

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