Memoir of the early campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, in Portugal and Spain,
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"Memoir of the Early Campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, in Portugal and Spain" by an officer employed in his army is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book details the initial military efforts under the command of Sir Arthur Wellesley, later known as the Duke of Wellington, during the Peninsular War against French forces. It aims to provide an accurate recounting of the significant events and strategies
of the British campaign in Portugal and Spain, which were pivotal in the fight for independence. The opening of the memoir introduces the author, who positions himself as a participant in the campaigns, emphasizing the importance of conveying the experiences and challenges faced during this tumultuous period. It outlines the circumstances leading up to British involvement in the Peninsular War, including the state of Portuguese resistance against French occupation and the initial strategies employed by Wellesley. Highlighting moments of bravery and critical decisions, the beginning chapters set the stage for a gripping historical narrative that reveals not only military maneuvers but also the spirit of resilience among the soldiers and local populations affected by the conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Westmorland, John Fane, Earl of, 1784-1859 |
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| Title |
Memoir of the early campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, in Portugal and Spain, By an officer employed in his army |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, Duke of, 1769-1852 |
| Subject | Peninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Personal narratives |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63792 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 283 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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