At length, Caesar's men having taken breath, ran furiously upon the enemy, first discharging their javelins, and then drawing their swords.

The same method was observed by Pompey's troops, who as firmly sustained the attack.

His cavalry also were ordered to charge at the very onset, which, with the multitude of archers and slingers, soon obliged Caesar's men to give ground.

18.
Caesar instantly ordered the six cohorts, that were placed as a reinforcement, to advance, and to strike at the enemy's faces.

19.
This had its desired effect: Pompey's cavalry, that were just before sure of the victory, received an immediate check.