Sentence examples for control of armies from inspiring English sources

In the context of Chinese politics, in which control of armies was the main source of power, President Chiang's compliance was virtually inconceivable.

While Libyan factions in Benghazi clash over control of army bases in the city, opposition forces further west have broken through government lines at Misrata, routing pro-Gaddafi units and seizing tanks, heavy artillery and rocket launchers.

"Shortly after the close of this campaign, General Wilson was sent from the Army of the Potomac to organize the Cavalry forces of Sherman's Military Division into a separate corps, detached from the control of army and department commanders.

The ruling army council, which took control when former President Hosni Mubarak was driven from office last year, issued an 11th-hour decree assuming legislative powers until a new parliament is elected, and keeping control of army affairs.

When the Elbe River flooded, he made a national reputation by taking personal control of army and border-guard rescue units, sending Hamburg's mayor home with a curt "You're just holding up the work here".

While castles were used to hold a site and control movement of armies, in the Holy Land some key strategic positions were left unfortified.

iOS/Android Ported from PC to tablets, this is one of the best war-games ever – but you're not in control of any armies.

The Roman republic disintegrated when generals began disobeying elected leaders and taking personal control of their armies.

Ironically, the treason and defection of Dumouriez gave the Jacobins full scope to take control of the armies.

This insists on civilian control of the army, a condition the army suspects was inserted at the behest of the Zardari government.The coming weeks are critical for Mr Zardari.

When the Moldavian army hit, Suleiman lost control of his army.