Notes on the Sketch MapThe map shown on the opposite page is based on contemporary measurements and shows the marshy ground and woods as they existed at the time of the battle. The location of the marshes was the reason why the French attacked Cumberland's left wing only. Abbreviations used in the mapFrench Army
Arm Armentieres Bro Broglie Cav Cavalry Division Cha Brigade Champagne Chev Chevert Cont Contades Eu Brigade d'Eu Re Brigade Reding Res Infantry Reserve Army of Observation:
Bre Breidenbach at noon Dach Dachenhausen at noon Topography:
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