The British Expeditionary Force lancers (Cavalry) charging German positions at Cateau, Belgium The Battle of Le Cateau was fought on 26 August 1914, after the British and French retreated from the Battle of Mons and had set up defensive positions in a fighting withdrawal against the German advance at Le Cateau-Cambrésis. First World War. August 1914

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The British Expeditionary Force lancers (Cavalry) charging German positions at Cateau, Belgium The Battle of Le Cateau was fought on 26 August 1914, after the British and French retreated from the Battle of Mons and had set up defensive positions in a fighting withdrawal against the German advance at Le Cateau-Cambrésis. First World War. August 1914

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