But while the Anglo - Portuguese continuously reinforced their positions and received provisions , the Bourbon armies had their line of supply and communication virtually cut off by the armed peasants , militia and ordinances in their rear .
Both armies remained immobilized at Abrantes , facing each other .
While the Anglo - Portuguese continuously reinforced their positions and received provisions , the Bourbon armies had their line of supply and communication virtually cut off by the armed peasants , militia and ordinances in their rear .
Both armies remained immobilized at Abrantes , facing each other .