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Title: History of the Peninsular War, Volume 3 (of 6)
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "History of the Peninsular War, Volume 3 (of 6)" by Robert Southey is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the military events and political intrigues during the Peninsular War, particularly focusing on the interactions between Great Britain and Spain against the backdrop of French aggression led by Napoleon. It illustrates the complexities of the war through various characters including military leaders, politicians, and ordinary citizens navigating the turmoil of occupation and resistance. The opening of this volume introduces key events in early 1809, starting with the signing of a treaty between Britain and Spain aimed at solidifying their alliance against France. It details the surrender of key locations like Coruña and Ferrol, highlighting the despair and treachery faced by the Spanish forces. The narrative also follows General Romana as he attempts to retreat and regroup amidst increasing French pursuit, capturing the chaotic and tumultuous atmosphere in Galicia. Southey’s text paints a vivid picture of how both military blunders and acts of heroism shaped the course of the war, while also exploring the emotional and social landscape affected by these events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Southey, Robert, 1774-1843
EBook No.: 60388
Published: Sep 30, 2019
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: Peninsular War, 1807-1814
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: History of the Peninsular War, Volume 3 (of 6)
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Brian Coe, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "History of the Peninsular War, Volume 3 (of 6)" by Robert Southey is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the military events and political intrigues during the Peninsular War, particularly focusing on the interactions between Great Britain and Spain against the backdrop of French aggression led by Napoleon. It illustrates the complexities of the war through various characters including military leaders, politicians, and ordinary citizens navigating the turmoil of occupation and resistance. The opening of this volume introduces key events in early 1809, starting with the signing of a treaty between Britain and Spain aimed at solidifying their alliance against France. It details the surrender of key locations like Coruña and Ferrol, highlighting the despair and treachery faced by the Spanish forces. The narrative also follows General Romana as he attempts to retreat and regroup amidst increasing French pursuit, capturing the chaotic and tumultuous atmosphere in Galicia. Southey’s text paints a vivid picture of how both military blunders and acts of heroism shaped the course of the war, while also exploring the emotional and social landscape affected by these events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Southey, Robert, 1774-1843
EBook No.: 60388
Published: Sep 30, 2019
Downloads: 77
Language: English
Subject: Peninsular War, 1807-1814
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.