With Frederick the Great Chapter XX - Torgau

With Frederick the Great Chapter XX - Torgau

In which the king undertakes a bold and arduous assault on the formidable Austrian position at Torgau, facing the perils of difficult terrain, a superior enemy force, and the uncertainties of battle coordination. The fierce fighting brings grievous losses and harrowing wounds, yet amidst the confusion and night’s cold, a hard-won victory unfolds that reshapes the fortunes of Prussia.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XIX - Liegnitz

In which news of the king's swift march to Dresden stirs renewed urgency and resolve among the officers preparing for a possible siege, whilst the tense manoeuvrings of Frederick's forces against the Austrians and Russians unfold amid the perils of war. Amidst reports of bravery and hardship, letters home reveal the hopes and bonds linking soldier and family, as the king grapples with the heavy burden of command and the weary longing for peace.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XVIII - Engaged

In which Colonel Fergus Drummond, weakened by illness yet steadily recovering, finds refuge and kindness with Count Eulenfurst and his family, whose warm hospitality offers solace amid the trials of war. The narrative unfolds with gentle discourse on duty, honour, and affection, culminating in a moment of tender understanding and hopeful promise within the peaceful seclusion of the count’s estate.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XVII - Unexpected News

In which Major Drummond encounters Lord Sackville to settle a bitter dispute through a duel, demonstrating the differing codes of honour between British and Continental officers amidst the tense atmosphere following the Battle of Minden. Meanwhile, the fortunes of war shift dramatically as Frederick the Great suffers severe setbacks in the east, and Fergus receives both military promotion and the restoration of his family's estates, marking a turning point in his personal and martial journey.

With Frederick the Great Chapter XVI - At Mindem

In which Major Fergus Drummond returns to the Prussian king’s camp to report and is soon dispatched to serve on the staff of the Duke of Brunswick amidst tense manoeuvres on the northern frontier of Westphalia; he quickly becomes involved in the stirring preparations and strategic challenges that culminate in the notable battle near Minden. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of keen military observation and the steady forging of camaraderie among officers, highlighting both the grand scope of the conflict and the character of the young major as he navigates the duties and intrigues of war.