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Battle , 60. Battle (See also War.)
Actium Octavian’s naval defeat of Antony and Cleopatra (31 B.C.). [Rom. Hist.: NCE, 15]
Agincourt longbow helps British de… Battle Of Northampton , Battle of Northampton
Northampton, battle of
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