095 Action of Cabezón 12 June 1808 - WDS Bonaparte's Peninsular War

Combat of Cabezón 12th June 1808 - Instead of attempting to defend the bridge with his hastily raised militia against the more numerous French regulars, General Cuesta led his over-enthusiastic troops across the bridge against the advancing enemy. Lasalle's cavalry quickly scattered the untrained Spaniards, allowing the French to march on to Valladolid. This scenario uses gun sections and the 10 minute turn alternative pdt.