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The Lines Of Torres Vedras
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Author : John Grehan
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2015-11-30
The Lines Of Torres Vedras written by John Grehan and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-30 with History categories.
“This is a well-researched, well-written, closely argued and fascinating contribution to the historiography of the Peninsular War.”—The Spectator In 1809 French armies controlled almost every province of Spain and only Wellington’s small force in Portugal stood between Napoleon and the conquest of Iberia. The French invaded Portugal in the summer of 1810, but found their way blocked by the most extensive field fortifications the world had ever seen—the Lines of Torres Vedras. Unable to penetrate the Lines, the French were driven back into Spain having suffered the heaviest defeat yet experienced by Napoleon’s armies. The retreat from Portugal marked the turning point in the Peninsular War and, from the security of the Lines, Wellington was able to mount the offensive campaigns that swept France’s Imperial armies back across the Pyrenees. The Lines of Torres Vedras is an authoritative account of the planning, construction and occupation of the Lines and of the battles, sieges and horrors of the French invasion. It is also an important study of Wellington’s strategy during the crucial years of the war against Napoleon. “Essential reading for every Peninsula enthusiast, this is recommended highly.”—Military Illustrated
The Lines Of Torres Vedras
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Author : John Grehan
language : en
Publisher: Spellmount, Limited Publishers
Release Date : 2000
The Lines Of Torres Vedras written by John Grehan and has been published by Spellmount, Limited Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with History categories.
This text examines in detail the role of one of the most important fortifications in military history, the Lines of Torres Vedras, in the Peninsular war, 1809 to 1812.
Wellington And The Lines Of Torres Vedras
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Author : Mark S. Thompson
language : en
Publisher: From Reason to Revolution
Release Date : 2021-08-15
Wellington And The Lines Of Torres Vedras written by Mark S. Thompson and has been published by From Reason to Revolution this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-08-15 with History categories.
This book describes plans to defend Lisbon from invaders during the Peninsular War 1807-1814. Three different nations considered this challenge. First the French after their invasion of 1807. Second, the Portuguese after the French were ejected in 1808 and third, the British after the French were ejected in 1809.
The Lines Of Torres Vedras 1809 11
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Author : Ian Fletcher
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2012-07-20
The Lines Of Torres Vedras 1809 11 written by Ian Fletcher and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-20 with History categories.
Following the battle of Bussaco on 27 September 1810 Wellington's heavily outnumbered troops began to withdraw towards Lisbon. By the evening of 9 October the British and Portuguese began to withdraw behind a line of defensive works that had been built to the north of Lisbon. These were not the rudimentary field works that the French anticipated, but an enormous network of forts, batteries and redoubts whose construction had been started the previous November the Lines of Torres Vedras. This 30-mile-wide line utilised the area's natural defences, damming rivers, scarping hillsides, blocking roads and establishing forts upon almost all of the hills. This title describes its design, creation and effectiveness in the face of French attacks.
The Lines Of Torres Vedras 1809 11
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Author : Ian Fletcher
language : en
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Release Date : 2003-06-20
The Lines Of Torres Vedras 1809 11 written by Ian Fletcher and has been published by Osprey Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-06-20 with History categories.
Following the battle of Bussaco on 27 September 1810 Wellington's heavily outnumbered troops began to withdraw towards Lisbon. By the evening of 9 October the British and Portuguese began to withdraw behind a line of defensive works that had been built to the north of Lisbon. These were not the rudimentary field works that the French anticipated, but an enormous network of forts, batteries and redoubts whose construction had been started the previous November - the Lines of Torres Vedras. This 30-mile-wide line utilised the area's natural defences, damming rivers, scarping hillsides, blocking roads and establishing forts upon almost all of the hills. This title describes its design, creation and effectiveness in the face of French attacks.
The Lines Of Torres Vedras 1809 11
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Author : Ian Fletcher
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2012-07-20
The Lines Of Torres Vedras 1809 11 written by Ian Fletcher and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-20 with History categories.
Following the battle of Bussaco on 27 September 1810 Wellington's heavily outnumbered troops began to withdraw towards Lisbon. By the evening of 9 October the British and Portuguese began to withdraw behind a line of defensive works that had been built to the north of Lisbon. These were not the rudimentary field works that the French anticipated, but an enormous network of forts, batteries and redoubts whose construction had been started the previous November the Lines of Torres Vedras. This 30-mile-wide line utilised the area's natural defences, damming rivers, scarping hillsides, blocking roads and establishing forts upon almost all of the hills. This title describes its design, creation and effectiveness in the face of French attacks.
Wellington And The Lines Of Torres Vedras
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Author : Mark S. Thompson
language : en
Publisher: Helion and Company
Release Date : 2021-08-15
Wellington And The Lines Of Torres Vedras written by Mark S. Thompson and has been published by Helion and Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-08-15 with History categories.
The Battle of Megiddo was not only the last large cavalry offensive in world history, but also a tribute to combined arms operations fostered over the course of the First World War. Fought between 19-25 September 1918, it was the final Allied offensive of the Sinai and Palestine Campaign. The contending forces were the British Empires EEF (Egyptian Expeditionary Force) of three infantry and one mounted corps pitted against the Ottoman-German Yildirim Army Group which numbered three weak armies with the approximate total strength of a single enemy corps. Comparable to what General Erich von Ludendorff called the Black Day of the German Army (opening of the Battle of Amiens, 8 August 1918) on the Western Front, the complete Ottoman defeat would have been impossible without the application of superior logistics. Whilst Megiddo did not determine the outcome of the war in the Middle East, the ramifications of the victory decisively shaped the post-war world in the region.
Wellington In Defence 1810
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Author : CHARLES S. GRANT
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
Wellington In Defence 1810 written by CHARLES S. GRANT and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with categories.
Marshal William Carr Beresford
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Author : Marcus de la Poer Beresford
language : en
Publisher: Merrion Press
Release Date : 2018-10-30
Marshal William Carr Beresford written by Marcus de la Poer Beresford and has been published by Merrion Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-30 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Despite a propensity toward fierce criticism of his generals, with great regard the Duke of Wellington referred to William Carr Beresford as 'the ablest man I have yet seen in the army'. Marshal William Carr Beresford is the story of a celebrated and distinguished Irishman, honoured and decorated by the governments of Great Britain, Portugal and Spain, who served as Commander in Chief of the Portuguese army for eleven years. The book follows the trajectory of Beresford's extensive military career. Born the illegitimate son of the 1st Marquis of Waterford, Beresford joined the British army in 1785, serving in the Mediterranean, Egypt, South Africa and South America, before further distinguishing himself - and meeting Wellington's redoubtable esteem - as Marshal of the Portuguese forces during the Peninsular War. Sent to Portugal to rebuild its army in the fight against Napoleon, Beresford was so successful that Wellington integrated the Portuguese and British armed forces in that struggle. Beresford is revealed as a trusted friend and confidant of Wellington, a relationship that was to endure for the rest of their lives. Their ability to work together led to Beresford's appointment as Master General of Ordinance in Wellington's government of 1828. This is the remarkable story of one of the most celebrated and decorated Irish soldiers ever to fight in overseas service, and who was considered in all opinion as the Duke of Wellington's 'strong right arm'. Despite being fiercely critical of his generals, Wellington described Beresford as 'the ablest man in the army' and relied heavily on his Irish-born commander. Marshal Sir William Carr Beresford was the illegitimate son of the 1st Marquis of Waterford and rose to the rank of General in the British army and Marshal to the Portuguese forces during the Peninsular War. Sent to Portugal to rebuild its demoralised forces against Napoleon, Beresford was so successful that Wellington combined the Portuguese and British regiments and positioned Beresford as commander-in-chief. Their friendship and trust are revealed in their correspondence, which shows them not only writing to each other almost daily but meeting regularly to discuss strategy or to socialise. It was an amicable and supportive relationship that continued for the rest of their lives, leading to Beresford's appointment as Master General of Ordinance in Wellington's first government in 1828.
The Lines Of Torres Vedras
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Author : Griff Hosker
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-11-08
The Lines Of Torres Vedras written by Griff Hosker and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-08 with categories.
With the rest of Europe subservient to Emperor Napoleon, he sends his best Marshals to Portugal to rid himself of the annoyance that is Sir Arthur Wellesley. Thanks to an uncooperative parliament, the Viscount has little chance of defeating the French with their superior numbers and so he constructs a devilishly complicated series of defences north of Lisbon.While they are being built Major Matthews and his sergeant have to travel behind enemy lines to discover the size of the problem. There Major Matthews' past comes back to haunt him and he risks all to gather the information which General Wellesley needs.As Viscount Wellesley and his resilient army try to fend off the tentacles of the French army they have to fight battles in the most uncompromising of landscapes. The Light Division's defence of the Côa, the Battle of Bussaco and the bloody Battle of Fuentes de Oñoro are just three of the actions in which Major Matthews and Sergeant Sharp fight for Sir Arthur Wellesley!