Canrobert
[ kahn-raw-ber ]
noun
Fran·çois Cer·tain [frahn-swaser-tan], /frɑ̃ˈswa sɛrˈtɛ̃/, 1809–95, French marshal.
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The Russians succeeded in storming Canrobert's Hill and in capturing the next and smaller fortification.
A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year | Edwin EmersonHis post was taken by Canrobert, who afterward resigned in favor of Pelissier.
A History of the Nineteenth Century, Year by Year | Edwin EmersonMarshals Canrobert and Bosquet followed the infant, and their majesties next appeared under a moving canopy.
Paris: With Pen and Pencil | David W. BartlettNevertheless, further details were looked for, when the 22nd brought the famous despatch of Rouher-Canrobert.
History of the Commune of 1871 | P. LissagaryAnd they were composing impertinent, disdainful letters when Marshal Canrobert was announced.
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