Thus the capital of a region of the same name, was restored to its lawful prince after having been in the hands of the Turks 164 years.

"The success of this victorious campaign filled not only Germany, but all Europe with joy." On this occasion, Oglethorpe acted as aid-de-camp; and his active service in attendance upon Prince Eugene; his prompt attention to the orders dictated to him, or transmitted by him; his alertness and fidelity in communicating them; and his fearless exposure to imminent peril in passing from one division of the army to another, gained him commendatory acknowledgments and the increased favor of his Serene Highness.
Notwithstanding these signal victories gained over them, the Turks were determined to continue the contest; and the next year the Grand Signior held a great Divan at Constantinople to take measures for its most vigorous prosecution.

These purposes being put in train, Prince Eugene undertook the siege of Belgrade, their chief strong hold.

"The Turks advanced to its relief, and besieged him in his camp.

His danger was imminent; but military skill and disciplined valor triumphed over numbers and savage ferocity.