Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1882-08-12

Cypress and q certain control over affairs in
Asia Minor" But was she quite "alone'' In
this matter? She did not deliver blow. but
she had Turkey for her ally, and we believe that
during that war Turkey fought, well, fought
like Turk"
South Africa is the next place your CORES
pondent passes to, and acknowledges the ter
rible sacrifice OF soldiers in Zululand, but
seems not to have heard of the campaign
against the Beers and the notable fight at Ma
tuba Hill. If we recollect rightly while nego-
tiations were in progress, the commander of
the English forces seized one night q strong po-
5ltlOn which he thought would settle the whole
matter effectually. The next morning the I'M
disciplined Beers, indignant at this breach of
faith, scrambled up the hill regardless of
British breechlOaders behind rocks, and bayo-
neted those who didn't run away. The English
acknowledged the independence Of their Dutch
foes, and tor once. we believe, demanded no in
demnity. being unable to enforce its payment
Finally. your correspondent reaches the ''pres-
ent imbroglio," which he proceeds to settle very
CURLY, not to say prematurely. He may be a
prophet, but. on the other hand, some white
power may interfere against her. At all events,
neither Seymour nor anyone else can re-enact
Nelson's part at Aboukir bay unless we give up
steam and return to sailing fleets. In spite of
his SaiiGufne views. however. your correspond
ent must anticipate desperate struggle, If
England may have to get aid in men from Bel
would also detract from her condition Of alone
tlness, of which he is SO proud.
On one point he is probably right: that the
cost will TALL on Egypt. and England will not
quit the country till she has been reimbursed; ~
we can safely trust England for extOrtng all
she can from fallen foe, though the question
comes up in this connection: If Cypress was
the price England received for guaranteeing
the integrity OF tie Turkish dOminons will she
honestly give up the pledge now that she is
about to violate that integrity herself3 We
think she Will do SO-In the millennium.
Your correspondent, with his admiration for
England's action in regard to conferences and
his interest in English politics should have told
your readers that it was asked IN parliament
the other day, 6pTopos of the English call for a
European conference in ConstantinOpe on
Egyptian affairs. ''Wnat would we think of the
Sultan calling European conference In London
to consider the state Of Ireland?" And this
leads us to remind your correspondent that he
has not touched upon that fruitful proof of Eng
lands might and majesty" in which she, ''un-
aided" unsupported" and ''alOne," has for CEN
turtles misruled the sister Isle. But, Mr.. Editor,
we will not enter upon that theme having, as
we believe, enumerated instances of Engiand's
glory enough for one day FRED G. mexican.
Great Britain and Her Exploits.
To the Editor of The EVENING STAR.
MIR. SiddOns, who so highly sings the praise
OF Great Britain in your Saturday paper, does
not seem to be very familiar with history Not
Wellington was it who conquered the French at
Quatrebas. but the Duke of Brunswick who fell
at the head of his troops. There Is no doubt tn G
English stood like lions; but what does Mr. s.
mean by saying "SOme Dutch troops prOffered
aid. but Wellington had no faith in their cour-
age, and desired them to quit the field before
the battle began" That Is not true according
to history. l know there were no Dutch on the
field, but Germans. the whole Prussiau army.
Brrnswicker's and Hanoverians, the latter known
as the Anglo anOverian Legion. belonging to
the English army. for Hanover at that time. was
English This legion and the BrunsWickers fought
also in Portugal and Spain. La Haye-Sainte, a
farm near Waterloo, the most dangerous posi-
ton OF Wellingtons line, was defended by Han
overlans, under Won Alien and Halkett. Parts
of the Prussian army were beaten at Lignv. and
Blucher badly wounded, but when Wellington
sent word his position was in danger and asked
fOrsOmehep Blucher said. ''SOme helpl Tell Vel
HngtOn am coming with the whole army" and
he came. Dressing his wounds. he went on horse
back. and, notwithsts nding the bad roads. he
came just in time to prevent the defeat of the
British line. Just when Wellington spoke the
historical words Il wish it were night or Butcher
were here, the Prussian guns were heard thun-
dering into the French lines. How Butcher and
Wellington met, how they kept friendship, how
Butcher was praised by the English people, the
word knows.
Mr.. Editor, l often find in the papers articles
about Germany, etc which / could contradict
but have not courage to take the pen. | am
only six months here in the country. and if I
have learned my English well in school. fear
may use expressions which are not properin Eng
lish therefore beg to be excused if you find some
mistakes l do not hate the English nation; on
the contrary, / look upon the English as a
brother nation; but give honor to the truth. The
great events OF 1Sl3-l5 are. by the celebration OF
Leipsic, 1863. and Waterloo, 1865 too fresh in my
memory. and my patriotic feelings could not al
low me to leave that article unanswered The
war of 1907 gave England no fame. the lombard
ment of Copenhagen, as well as the stamping
out of the SepOy rebellion in India are black
spots in the history. Why not name Gibraltar.
Aboukir, Trafalgar, and other bright leaves OF
England's history. wrote these lines only as
clearing up" and / hope you will take
them for that | am, dear sir,
Yours, most respectfully
WALFIsH.