Gossa

Gossa, where the ground had not been reconnoitred, and could not be distinctly seen from a distance.

A Treatise on the Tactical Use of the Three Arms: Infantry, Artillery, and Cavalry 1857

Prince Hohenlohe at the battle of Jena, and of the French horse on Gossa at Leipsic, are fine examples of the successful charges of cavalry when properly sustained.

Elements of Military Art and Science Or, Course Of Instruction In Strategy, Fortification, Tactics Of Battles, &C.; Embracing The Duties Of Staff, Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery, And Engineers; Adapted To The Use Of Volunteers And Militia; Third Edition; With Critical Notes On The Mexican And Crimean Wars. Henry Wager Halleck 1843