Badass of the Week, with Ben Thompson - Part 2: the Battle of Karánsebes
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Chaos at the Camp: A Night of Revelry and Panic
This chapter explores the tense atmosphere of a military camp brimming with 172,000 disorganized troops anticipating battle, paired with moments of unexpected humor during a hussar patrol. As soldiers grapple with fear and misunderstanding, the narrative shifts between chaotic skirmishes and a whimsical encounter with a Romani camp, highlighting the fragile balance between duty and distraction in wartime.
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