The battles of the world

Chapter 27: X AND Y.

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An alphabetically arranged cyclopaedia that compiles concise accounts of notable battles, sieges, naval engagements, and related military events, with entries summarizing causes, troop movements, outcomes, and notable consequences. It also treats the origins and usage of military titles and concludes with an appendix providing a chronological table spanning from ancient times to contemporary incidents current at publication. The compilation blends brief battle sketches with reference material intended for general readers and includes contemporary regional engagements to illustrate modern military practice.

X AND Y.

XIMERA, BATTLE OF.—Between the Spanish army, under the command of General Ballasteros, and the French corps, commanded by General Regnier. The Spaniards were defeated with great loss; the French also lost very much. Fought, September 10th, 1811.

XERXES’ BRIDGE. See Bridge of Xerxes.

YEAVERNY, BATTLE OF.—Between the Scots and the Earl of Westmoreland. Fought, 1415. In this memorable engagement, 430 English discomfited 4000 Scots, and took 160 prisoners; also called the battle of Geteringe.

YPRES, BATTLE OF.—Between Henry IV of France, and the Generals of the Roman Catholic League, over whom he obtained a complete victory.