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History of Friedrich II. of Prussia
Vol. XI. (of XXI.)

CHAPTER IX
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Your lot is in your own hands: distinctions and rewards wait upon your fine actions which shall merit them.
"But what need have I to excite you to glory?
It is the one thing you keep before your eyes; the sole object worthy of your labors.

We are going to front troops who, under Prince Eugene, had the highest reputation.

Though Prince Eugene is gone, we shall have to measure our strength against brave soldiers: the greater will be the honor if we can conquer.

Adieu, go forth.

I will follow you straightway to the rendezvous of glory which awaits us." [_OEuvres de Frederic,_ ii.58.] MASKED BALL, AT BERLIN, 12th-13th DECEMBER.
On the evening of Monday, 12th, there was, as usual, Masked (or Half-Masked) Ball, at the Palace.


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