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And although Swiss and Spanish infantry may be considered very

formidable, nevertheless there is a defect in both, by reason of

which a third order would not only be able to oppose them, but

might be relied upon to overthrow them. For the Spaniards cannot

resist cavalry, and the Switzers are afraid of infantry whenever

they encounter them in close combat. Owing to this, as has been

and may again be seen, the Spaniards are unable to resist French

cavalry, and the Switzers are overthrown by Spanish infantry.