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1. Where and at what time is the Prologue set?

The Prologue is set in the Spanish village of Andrados during December of 1812.

2. Who is Spain at war with and how is the country divided?

Spain is at war with France--much of Spain is occupied by French troops; the remainder hosts an army of English soldiers pressing onward toward an invasion of France.

3. How important is Andrados, where it is situated and what types of protections are in place around it?

Andrados is not significant militarily and is situated to the west of a steep and difficult mountain pass, guarded by a fortress and a sturdy convent, between which the only road leads out of the pass and through the town. On a prominence to the south of the town a crumbling watchtower stands high.

4. What is in the fortress near Andrados?

The fortress has a huge amount of black powder due to a provisioning error.

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