28 March 1809 Posted on March 27, 2013 by Staff France defeats Spain in the Battle of Medelin. Famous Words of Inspiration..."A good general not only sees the way to victory; he also knows when victory is impossible." Polybius — Click here for more from Polybius Related posts: 4 February 2004 24 March 1989 24 March 1989 28 March 1990