5 sentences with 'quarters'

Example sentences and phrases with the word quarters and other words derived from it.

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« In the 18th century, fighting was seasonal. Armies mobilised in the spring, fought in the summer, and retreated to winter quarters in the autumn. »
« In an attempt to boost revolutionary morale after the British captured New York City, he launched surprise attacks against British forces in their winter quarters. »
« It required that barracks or quarters be provided for them in public houses, and that if extra accommodation was needed, troops could be stationed in barns and other uninhabited private buildings. »
« Mission Stations customarily consisted of a house for the Missionary's family, a school room, a chapel, a sleeping quarters for school children and Maoris who were being trained as teachers. A farm and orchard were often attached. »
« Part of the inscription on the Cyrus II Cylinder reads: "I am Cyrus, king of the world, great king, mighty king, king of Babylon, king of Sumer and Akkad, king of the four quarters, son of Cambyses, great king, king of Anse, grandson of Cyrus, great king, king of Anse, descendant of Theispes, great king, king of Anse, of an eternal line of kingship, whose dominion Belo and Nabu love, whose reign they desire to their hearts' delight". »

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