9780282080839 - Operations of the British Army in Spain: Involving Broad Hints to the Commissariat, and Board of Transports; With Anecdotes Illustrative of the Spanish Character (C... (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This gripping account details the author's firsthand experiences during the ill-fated British military expedition to Spain in 1808. It provides unparalleled insights into the hardships faced by the troops, the political complexities of the time, and the true nature of the Spanish people. The raw and honest observations challenge the romanticized view of the Spanish uprising against Napoleon, revealing the darker aspects of the conflict. The book offers a valuable historical perspective on the often-overlooked but impactful expedition, highlighting the courage and resilience of the British soldiers and shedding light on the complex geopolitical dynamics that shaped this pivotal moment in history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.