Torres Vedras, north of Lisbon, Portugal, where Wellington constructed three lines of defence against French in Peninsular War (1808-12). A single warning round from the line's guns makes Massena and French force retire out of range. 14 October 1809. Engraving.

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Torres Vedras, north of Lisbon, Portugal, where Wellington constructed three lines of defence against French in Peninsular War (1808-12). A single warning round from the line's guns makes Massena and French force retire out of range. 14 October 1809. Engraving.

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