| Author |
Napier, William Francis Patrick, 1785-1860 |
| Title |
History of the war in the Peninsula and in the south of France from the year 1807 to the year 1814, vol. 2
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Thomas & William Boone,1829.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 47.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Brian Coe, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"History of the War in the Peninsula and in the South of France" by W. F. P. Napier is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book rigorously details the military campaigns during the Peninsular War between 1807 and 1814, with a focus on strategies and operations involving British, French, and Spanish forces. It examines significant events, battles, and political maneuvers throughout the conflict, providing insight into the complexities of warfare during this period. At the start of the narrative, Napier sets the stage by discussing the aftermath of Sir John Moore's campaign, highlighting the political landscape in England and the public's mixed reception to military failures. He outlines the transition of power in Spain following Joseph Bonaparte's arrival and details the state of the French army and its movements, noting the complications and challenges faced by both the occupying French forces and the Spanish resistance. The opening chapters introduce readers to the chaotic military environment and the poorly coordinated attempts by Spanish generals to regain control against a formidable French invasion, laying the groundwork for a comprehensive exploration of the unfolding conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
Peninsular War, 1807-1814
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67554 |
| Release Date |
Mar 3, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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