The Enemy At Trafalgar: An Account Of The Battle From Eyewitnesses' Narratives And Letters And Dispatches From The French And Spanish Fleets (1906)
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ISBN10: 1167238303
ISBN13: 9781167238307
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 492
Weight: 1.44
Height: 0.99 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781167238307
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 492
Weight: 1.44
Height: 0.99 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Enemy at Trafalgar is a historical account of the famous naval battle that took place between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of France and Spain on October 21, 1805. Written by Edward Fraser and originally published in 1906, the book draws on a range of primary sources, including eyewitness accounts, letters, and dispatches from the French and Spanish fleets.The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the battle, including the strategies and tactics used by both sides, the key moments of the engagement, and the aftermath of the conflict. It also explores the political and military context of the battle, including the tensions between Britain and France during the Napoleonic Wars and the broader geopolitical implications of the British victory.Throughout the book, Fraser weaves together a compelling narrative that brings the events of the battle to life. He provides insight into the experiences and perspectives of individual sailors and officers, as well as the broader strategic considerations that shaped the course of the conflict.Overall, The Enemy at Trafalgar is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history, military strategy, or the broader political and cultural context of the Napoleonic Wars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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