THE laurels of the field of Sherriffmuir were equally claimed by both parties, and though the affair seems to have had much the resemblance of a drawn battle; yet it must be admitted, that when the disparity of force is taken into consideration, any thing short of a defeat might be esteemed a victory on the part of the Duke of Argyle. By this battle the heart of the rebellion was broke; the Earl of Mar was forced to aban |