By the way, this source, which is a bit all over the place but contains interesting information, suggests the Hompesch would have deserted if the French had been in greater numbers.

It cites one text and one name I have not seen given elsewhere when it comes to Ireland:

“Souvenirs de Marie Meldaire, officier,” Archives, Armée de Terre, Op. cit. B112.

The op.cit. being Archives historiques 1796-1814, Armée de Terre (Ministère des Armées, France : Fort de Vincennes) Bll1.

Can anyone help with Marie Meldaire?

Thanks