Narrative of the Expedition which Sailed from England in 1817, to Join the South American Patriots: Comprising Every Particular Connected with Its Formation, History, and Fate; with Observations and Authentic Information Elucidating the Real Character of the Contest, Mode of Warfare, State of the Armies, &cJ. Murray, 1818 - 144 páginas |
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... extreme hazard of discovery , and almost certain consequent destruction , deterred the master from ac- ceding to their request . a 1 To enter minutely into all the particulars with which we were made acquainted by Mr. H. , would prove ...
... extreme hazard of discovery , and almost certain consequent destruction , deterred the master from ac- ceding to their request . a 1 To enter minutely into all the particulars with which we were made acquainted by Mr. H. , would prove ...
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... extreme fatigue , expressed themselves no longer able to row , and in the most urgent terms insisted on being put ashore . Their wishes , in this respect , it was accordingly found necessary to gratify ; after which the arduous duty of ...
... extreme fatigue , expressed themselves no longer able to row , and in the most urgent terms insisted on being put ashore . Their wishes , in this respect , it was accordingly found necessary to gratify ; after which the arduous duty of ...
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... extreme caution which should be observed in perusing the con- flicting statements of the opposite parties , and their respective literary supporters . " ' s To return from this long digression- The ultimate fate of Colonel C—- corps was ...
... extreme caution which should be observed in perusing the con- flicting statements of the opposite parties , and their respective literary supporters . " ' s To return from this long digression- The ultimate fate of Colonel C—- corps was ...
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... extreme ele- vation , and luxuriant scenery , combining to form a view of the most impressive grandeur . The peak was seen proudly towering above massy clouds , which , hanging upon the steep sides of the mountain , at inter- vals ...
... extreme ele- vation , and luxuriant scenery , combining to form a view of the most impressive grandeur . The peak was seen proudly towering above massy clouds , which , hanging upon the steep sides of the mountain , at inter- vals ...
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... extreme height is generally estimated at upwards of 7,000 feet above the level of the sea , and cultivation appeared to have been carried to within about one - third of the summit . These lofty regions were not only unsub- dued by human ...
... extreme height is generally estimated at upwards of 7,000 feet above the level of the sea , and cultivation appeared to have been carried to within about one - third of the summit . These lofty regions were not only unsub- dued by human ...
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