Statistics for occurrence #1 of “Vauban” in chapter 15 of H. Wager Halleck , A. M. , Lieut. of Engineers, U. S. Army ., Elements of Military Art and Science; or, Course of Instruction in Strategy, Fortification, Tactis of Battles &c., Embracing the Duties of Staff, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery and Engineers. Adapted to the Use of Volunteers and Militia.:
...ources of the engineer's art in carrying on a siege, is justly chargeable with the lives of his men. In the siege of Cambrai, Louis XIV., on the solicitation of Du Metz, but contrary to the advice of Vauban , ordered the demilune to be taken by assault, instead of waiting for the result of a regular siege.
The assault was made, but it was unsuccessful, and the French sustained great losses.
The king ...
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