History of the Peninsular War, Volume 4 (of 6) by Robert Southey

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Author Southey, Robert, 1774-1843
Title History of the Peninsular War, Volume 4 (of 6)
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Summary "History of the Peninsular War, Volume 4 (of 6)" by Robert Southey is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume continues to detail the events and military engagements during the Peninsular War, focusing on the interactions between British and Spanish forces and their opposition to the French military. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the early 1800s, a tumultuous time in European history dominated by the conflicts of the Napoleonic Wars. At the start of this volume, Southey introduces the critical situation involving British General Sir Arthur Wellesley and Spanish General Cuesta as they prepare to engage French Marshal Victor's forces. The opening chapter details Wellesley’s strategic decisions and the consequent errors made by Cuesta that complicate the plans for a united attack against the French. As the two armies coordinate their efforts, the tension between Cuesta's indecision and the urgency of the conflict sets the stage for the ensuing battles, including the pivotal Battle of Talavera, as well as challenges in logistics and morale that hinder the combined forces’ effectiveness. Throughout this opening section, the narrative emphasizes both the camaraderie and the rivalries among military leaders against the pressing backdrop of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject Peninsular War, 1807-1814
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EBook-No. 60389
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