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To the people of Canada who have advanced and are advancing literature, by subscribing to and supporting literary institutions and productions, I tender my sincere thanks for all the patronage hitherto bestowed upon my humble endeavours to elevate the literature of this, my adopted country, and to perpetuate, in book form, among the “Battles of the World,” Canada’s Engagements with foreign foes—HER BATTLES BY LAND AND SEA.
J. Douglas Borthwick.
Montreal, 24th July 1866.
Postscript.—Since the above Preface has been in type events which were looked for, have transpired in Europe and by the accounts received some battles have already been fought on Continental soil. As far as practicable, insertion will be given to those of which we have received reliable information as regarding statistics, &c.
J. D. B.
CYCLOPÆDIA
OF THE
BATTLES OF THE WORLD.
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ABDICATION OF KINGS.—Numerous in ancient history. The following are those of the most remarkable character and greatest political importance: