Sentence examples for a considerable army in from inspiring English sources

The final force numbered 115 Spanish soldiers and 150 Maya musketeers, plus Maya labourers and muleteers; the final tally was more than 400 people, which was regarded as a considerable army in the impoverished Yucatán province.

In mid-May 1695 García again marched southwards from Campeche, with 115 Spanish soldiers and 150 Maya musketeers, plus Maya labourers and muleteers; the final tally was more than 400 people, which was regarded as a considerable army in the impoverished Yucatán province.

In September 1898 he was forced to flee his capital, Omdurman, but he remained at large with a considerable army.

Gustav led a careful foreign policy; nevertheless, a considerable army and a strong navy were created during his reign.

During the centuries of British occupation the successors of the great missionaries and scholars who had fostered Christianity and learning among the Germanic peoples of the European continent from the 7th to 9th century were those who formed a considerable element in the armies and clergy of Roman Catholic countries and had an incalculable influence on the later development of the United States.

In 1184 Yoritomo's considerable armies, commanded by his two younger half-brothers Noriyori and Yoshitsune, the latter a brilliant commander of whom Yoritomo was jealous, were ranged against the Taira forces for what was hoped would be a climactic campaign, but decisive victory was not gained until the following year.

There was a considerable disparity in 1914 between the deadly effectiveness of modern armaments and the doctrinal teachings of some armies.

The Spanish army replaced its M60 Patton tanks and AMX-30s with the Leopard 2 between 1995 and 2008, a considerable improvement in capability.

Cuenca has a considerable trade in timber.

Running for a considerable distance, in fact.

The company bought a considerable stake in Roche Holding.