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"Scotland for Ever

Background imageCharge Collection: Delort at Austerlitz

Delort at Austerlitz
The cavalry charge of colonels A A Delort is one of the turning-points in this battle in which Napoleon defeated two other emperors, of Russia and Austria

Background imageCharge Collection: Beurnonville Jemappes

Beurnonville Jemappes
Beurnonvilles decisive cavalry charge routs the Austrians and wins the day for France

Background imageCharge Collection: Stanislaw Mokronowski

Stanislaw Mokronowski
STANISLAW MOKRONOWSKI Polish general during the wars against Russia: depicted in 1794 when he was in charge of the defence of Warsaw. Date: 1761 - 1821

Background imageCharge Collection: Arrival of War Post

Arrival of War Post
The arrival of the post orderly on horseback, the soldier in charge of the management of the post, to deliver letters and parcels to the men at the front

Background imageCharge Collection: Battle of Somo-Sierra

Battle of Somo-Sierra
PENINSULA CAMPAIGN Battle of SOMO-SIERRA Napoleon directs a cavalry charge against a Spanish battery protecting the road to Madrid

Background imageCharge Collection: Battle of Dunes / 1658 / Lar

Battle of Dunes / 1658 / Lar
The French and English forces defeat the Spanish at the Battle of the Dunes

Background imageCharge Collection: Cuba; Clara Santos

Cuba; Clara Santos
Insurrection in Cuba : Senora Clara Santos heroically leads a charge of rebel cavalry

Background imageCharge Collection: Balaclava / Heavy Brig

Balaclava / Heavy Brig
The Charge of the Heavy Brigade

Background imageCharge Collection: Balaclava / Music Sheet

Balaclava / Music Sheet
The Charge of the Light Brigade

Background imageCharge Collection: Balaclava / Gilbert

Balaclava / Gilbert
The Charge of the Light Brigade - the thick of the fighting

Background imageCharge Collection: Balaclava / Charlton

Balaclava / Charlton
The Charge of the Light Brigade - Lord George Paget heads the 4th Light Dragoons

Background imageCharge Collection: Omdurman [Hale]

Omdurman [Hale]
OMDURMAN The charge of the 21st Lancers

Background imageCharge Collection: Waterloo / Plancenoit 1815

Waterloo / Plancenoit 1815
Prussian soldiers charge the French artillery at Plancenoit

Background imageCharge Collection: Crusades / a Charge

Crusades / a Charge
FIRST CRUSADE A cavalry charge by the Knights of Saint John against the Saracens

Background imageCharge Collection: CURRY&RICE / THE MALL

CURRY&RICE / THE MALL
Horses and carriages charge down the mall (the principal thoroughfare) of the Station

Background imageCharge Collection: Cavalry Charge 1807

Cavalry Charge 1807
A French cavalry charge during the Napoleonic Wars - no specific battle

Background imageCharge Collection: St Paul tells Festus he is not insane

St Paul tells Festus he is not insane
St Paul rejects the charge of insanity made against him by the Roman official Festus, as described in the Acts of the Apostles, Chapter 26

Background imageCharge Collection: General Wayne storming the fort at Stony Point

General Wayne storming the fort at Stony Point
General Anthony Wayne storming the British-held fort at Stony Point, New York state




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"Scotland for Ever! The Charge of the Scots Greys at Waterloo, 18 June 1815" In a moment that would forever be etched in history, the brave Scots Greys thundered towards their destiny on that fateful day at Waterloo. With unwavering determination and courage coursing through their veins, they charged fearlessly into battle. The Highlanders stood tall, their kilts billowing in the wind as they prepared to face the enemy head-on. Their hearts beat with patriotic fervor as they shouted "Scotland Forever. " A battle cry that echoed across the battlefield, inspiring all who heard it. Amidst the chaos and smoke of war, these valiant warriors proved their mettle. The charge of the Scots Greys was an awe-inspiring sight to behold; a testament to their unyielding loyalty and indomitable spirit. But this charge was not an isolated incident; it represented a long-standing tradition of bravery within Scottish regiments. From Bunker Hill to Ramnuggur, from Balaclava's Thin Red Line to Gulf War tanks manned by Royal Scots Dragoon Guards – Scotland has always produced fierce fighters ready to defend what is dear. Even nature itself seems inspired by such acts of valor. Thomas Baines' painting captures the sheer power and force behind a charging black rhinoceros - symbolizing strength personified. And let us not forget those who survived against all odds - like the survivors of the Charge of Light Brigade or Grenadiers Mount Guard - whose tales serve as reminders that even in moments when hope seems lost, resilience can prevail. So let us remember these charges throughout history – each one representing bravery in its purest form. They remind us that sometimes we must push forward despite overwhelming odds because there are causes worth fighting for and legacies worth defending.