On 11 July 1810, Captain Gouache and his company grenadiers successfully formed a square and held off four squadrons of British cavalry at Villa de Puerco. It was the combat where Lieutenant Colonel Neil Talbot was killed in the charge.

I have a few questions.

1. What was his first name?

2. Marshal Massena recommended he and Sergeant Patois be awarded the Legion of Honor. Did they receive it? Neither are listed in the Base Lonore.

3. Captain Gouache was also recommended for promotion by Marshal Massena. Was he promoted?

A copy of the letter about the event can be found in Wellington's Supplementary Dispatches. It can be seen on page 421 of the link below.

Thanks!