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Moore's army (1808–1809)

Army · United Kingdom · October 6, 1808 – January 18, 1809

John Moore's British army, which advanced into Spain and retreated to Corunna.

Recorded for Peninsular War.

Engagements 1

Battle of Corunna January 16, 1809

Movements

October 6, 1808 – October 26, 1808 Moore takes command at Lisbon · map
November 13, 1808 – December 10, 1808 Reaches Salamanca · map
December 21, 1808 Cavalry wins at Sahagún · map
January 16, 1809 Holds off Soult; Moore killed (Battle of Corunna) · map
January 18, 1809 Embarks for England · map

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