The following day another engagement ensued,[12] in consequence of the Russians advancing further than they were ordered to do: during this severe contest we were snugly in church.

It is extraordinary that both parties were so beaten as to find a retreat necessary, as while we retreated to our old position, the enemy was also in full retreat.

I shall say no more of the expedition to Holland, as what remains to be added, you will see fully detailed in the papers.

I go to Norwich, where the regiment is quartered, this evening.

Another expedition is talked of, under Lord Moira.
Adieu." In the battle of Egmont-op-Zee, seven pieces of cannon, a great number of tumbrils, and a few hundred prisoners, were taken, and the loss of the enemy was estimated as exceeding 4,000 men.