The '75 cannon had proved itself a unique jewel, its shots being absolutely sure.

He was really feeling sorry for the enemy's artillery since its projectiles so seldom exploded even when well aimed.

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Furthermore, the French troops had entered victoriously into Alsace; many little towns were already theirs.
"Now it is as it was in the '70's," he would exult, brandishing his fork and waving his napkin.