"I shouldn't like to say a word against Prince Eugene," said Marlborough, "but he will arrive at the appointed spot on the Moselle ten days too late." The English were by themselves when they encountered the French army in front of Audernarde.

The engagement began.

Vendome, who commanded the right wing, sent word to the Duke of Burgundy.

The latter hesitated and delayed; the generals about him did not approve of Vendome's movement.

He fought single-handed, and was beaten.