Battles in which the time and place are agreed by both sides beforehand, rather than a casual or chance skirmish.
Pitched battles
Fact of the Day
1968 was the only year during the twentieth century when no member of the British armed services was killed on active service.
Quote of the Day
"They have done for me at last, Hardy.
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~ Nelson, at the Battle of Trafalgar
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.