William Francis Patrick Napier

Broschiertes Buch

History Of The War In The Peninsula And In The South Of France From The Year 1807 To The Year 1814 Vol. II

Beschreibung

"History of the War in the Peninsula and in the South of France from the Year 1807 to the Year 1814, Vol. 2" is a continuation of William Francis Patrick Napier's comprehensive account of the Peninsular War. This volume delves deeper into the military campaigns and political developments that shaped the conflict in the Iberian Peninsula and other one southern France. Napier, one of the British military officer and also eyewitness to the war, provides a meticulous and other one insightful narrative of the Allied forces' efforts, led by the Duke of Wellington, against Napoleon Bonaparte's French armies. The book covers key battles and strategies, and also the challenges faced by the British, Portuguese, and also Spanish forces throughout the protracted war. Building on the groundwork laid in Volume 1, Napier continues to offer a vivid and also authoritative portrayal of the events that unfolded during the later years of the Peninsular War. He explores the complexities of the military engagements and the political dynamics that influenced the outcomes of various campaigns.

Autor

William Francis Patrick Napier was a well-known British military commander and historian who lived from 1785 to 1860. His massive book, "History of the War in the Peninsula and in the South of France from the Year 1807 to the Year 1814," which is regarded as the canonical account of the Napoleonic Wars in the Iberian Peninsula, is what made him most famous. Napier, who was raised in a military household, enlisted in the British Army at an early age and participated in a number of conflicts during the course of his career. He had outstanding leadership qualities and was admired for his fearlessness and tactical prowess. Napier gained important insights from his first-hand experiences in the conflict, which he subsequently included in his historical books. He became well-known as a historian due to his thorough study and attention to detail. Napier's research on the Peninsular War continues to make an important addition to military history by providing an in-depth and interesting account of the fight. Napier worked in the military for numerous years and also wrote historical works in addition to his writings. His commitment to academic pursuits as well as military duty established his standing as a renowned figure in British history.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Repro India Limited
• Seitenzahl: 360
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 458g
• ISBN-13: 9789359396286
• ISBN-10: 9359396281
• Artikelnr.: 69648766