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Wellington S Brigade Commanders
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Author : Ron McGuigan
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2017-05-31
Wellington S Brigade Commanders written by Ron McGuigan and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-31 with History categories.
Recent research into the Duke of Wellington's armies during the Peninsular War and the Waterloo campaign has enhanced our understanding of the men he led, and this new biographical guide to his brigade commanders is a valuable contribution to this growing field. Ron McGuigan and Robert Burnham have investigated the lives and careers of a group of men who performed a vital role in Wellington's chain of command. These officers were the brigadiers and major generals who, for a variety of reasons, never made the jump to become permanent division commanders. Their characters, experience and level of competence were key factors in the successes and failures of the army as a whole. Their biographies give us a fascinating insight into their individual backgrounds, their strengths and weaknesses, and the makeup of the society they came from. Each biography features a table covering essential information on the individual, his birth and death dates, the dates of his promotions and details of his major commands. This is followed by a concise account of his life and service.
General Rowland Hill
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Author : Edwin Sidney
language : en
Publisher: Leonaur Limited
Release Date : 2014-11-21
General Rowland Hill written by Edwin Sidney and has been published by Leonaur Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-11-21 with History categories.
The career of one of Wellington's most successful generals If Napoleon could be accused of delegating too much responsibility to subordinates incapable of delivering the results he expected, then Wellington could be regarded as the opposite, in that he rarely delegated to senior officers anything that he felt he could do himself. Consequently, almost all the achievements of his officers are viewed within the context of Wellington's own commanding presence. There was only one of his generals in whom he could place absolute faith and that was Rowland Hill. Affectionately nicknamed 'Daddy' or 'Father' by his troops, for the concern he displayed for their welfare, Hill achieved the rare distinction of being given independent command during phases of the war against the French in Spain, and amply justified the faith Wellington had in his judgement. Hill's long career took him from Toulon and Egypt, through the Peninsular War to Waterloo, and ultimately to his appointment as commander in chief of the British army. This Leonaur edition includes two accounts of this remarkable military man and will be a valued addition to every library of the Napoleonic period. Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket; our hardbacks are cloth bound and feature gold foil lettering on their spines and fabric head and tail bands.
Wellington S Lieutenants Illustrated Edition
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Author : Alexander Innes Shand
language : en
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Release Date : 2015-11-06
Wellington S Lieutenants Illustrated Edition written by Alexander Innes Shand and has been published by Pickle Partners Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-06 with History categories.
Includes over 100 maps of the actions, engagements and battles of the entire Peninsular War. “The men who stood beside the Great Duke The Duke of Wellington was indisputably one of the most able military commanders in British history. He was not only a powerful intellect, but also a man of substantial character...To Wellington, delegation failed to come easily...He insisted on a knowledge of all things that might concern him and was prepared to issue directives on all matters. It is then, unsurprising that he eclipsed his immediate subordinates, senior figures and highly respected commanders in their own right, who were often given little latitude, and were regularly not fully briefed as to Wellington’s strategy and grand tactics; for example, at Waterloo, amid flying shot, the duke terrified his staff by appearing to be the only person in possession of the plan of battle. All this, however, does nothing to diminish the clear contribution many of those closest to the Great Duke made towards the success of his campaigns. While having lessons to learn from Wellington they were more than capable military men-if not actually possessed of quite the same degree of military ‘genius’ as their commander in chief. This book chronicles eight of Wellington’s lieutenants as they fought for him in the Peninsula and at Waterloo. Lord ‘Daddy’ Hill earned his nickname because of his extraordinary concern for the well-being of his soldiers; he was Wellington’s most trusted general and was, unusually, given independent command by Wellington. The fiery Craufurd, leader of the Light Division, could always be depended upon to take the fight to the enemy-sometimes whether it was prudent to do so or not. Picton, the hard swearing Welshman...Accounts of the campaigns and actions of these notable soldiers are joined in this riveting book by those of Beresford, Lynedoch, Hopetoun, Anglesey and Combermere.”-Print ed.
Wellington As Military Commander
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Author : Michael Glover
language : en
Publisher: London : Batsford ; Princeton, N.J. : Van Nostrand
Release Date : 1968
Wellington As Military Commander written by Michael Glover and has been published by London : Batsford ; Princeton, N.J. : Van Nostrand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1968 with Generals categories.
Wellington S Generals
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Author : Michael Barthorp
language : en
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Release Date : 1990-10-25
Wellington S Generals written by Michael Barthorp and has been published by Osprey Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990-10-25 with History categories.
Wellington's commanders were undoubtedly a breed apart. Among these heroes were cavalry officer Henry Paget, who kept the French horses from the heels of the retreating British infantry with a dashing charge at Benavente, and Thomas Picton, who concealed his injuries from his men while commanding to his last breath. This book examines the command and staff system of Wellington's army during the Napoleonic Wars (1799-1815), and the background, character and war records of his commanding officers. Numerous illustrations, including eight full colour plates, depict the officers' uniforms in vivid detail.
Wellington
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Author : Hon Sir John William Fortescue
language : en
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Release Date : 2015-11-06
Wellington written by Hon Sir John William Fortescue and has been published by Pickle Partners Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-11-06 with History categories.
SIR JOHN FORTESCUE was the foremost military historian of his day. Librarian at Windsor Castle from 1905 to 1926, he was the author of many notable books, including his famous History of the British Army. Among these, his life of Wellington, described by the Spectator as ‘deserving to rank with Southey’s Nelson as a national classic’, has always been held in special regard. Many biographies of Wellington have been written both before and since, but none show so clearly and concisely how Wellington became the great leader of soldiers that he undoubtedly was. Wellington’s military career can be divided roughly into three main phases. First, his command in India and his brilliant conduct of the Mahratta campaign; then the long war of attrition in the Iberian peninsular; and finally the campaign leading to Napoleon’s defeat at Waterloo. Sir John gives the reader what The Times Literary Supplement called ‘a hilltop view’ of those years, ‘pointing out the great essential features of the landscape . . . and doing it all so clearly that we know the country better and more intimately than we have ever done before.’ This edition makes available again a book that is of interest both to students of military history and to the general reader who wishes to follow the campaigns of a military commander, who was a great patriot and English gentleman.
Wellington S Command
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Author : George E. Jaycock
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2020-01-19
Wellington S Command written by George E. Jaycock and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-01-19 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
A military historian assesses the leadership style of the man who defeated Napoleon. The Duke of Wellington’s victory at the Battle of Waterloo cemented his reputation as a great general, and much subsequent writing on his career has taken an uncritical, sometimes chauvinistic view of his talents. Little has been published that fully pins down the reality of Wellington’s leadership, clearly identifying his weaknesses as well as his strengths. George E. Jaycock, in this perceptive and thought-provoking reassessment, does not aim to undermine Wellington’s achievements, but to provide a more nuanced perspective. He clarifies some simple but fundamental truths regarding his leadership and his performance as a commander. Through an in-depth study of his actions over the war years of 1808 to 1815, the author reassesses Wellington’s effectiveness as a commander, the competence of his subordinates, and the qualities of the troops he led. His study gives a fascinating insight into Wellington’s career and abilities. Wellington’s Command is absorbing reading for both military historians and those with an interest in the Napoleonic period.
Wellington S Masterpiece
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Author : Peter Young
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-10-05
Wellington S Masterpiece written by Peter Young and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-05 with History categories.
The Peninsular war was not only one of the great periods in British military history, it was also a war in which guerillas exerted a major influence, and as such, has continued relevance today. Salamanca established Wellington as one of the great military commanders of any age and it is one of the battles which produced significant results. As well as the battle the campaign contains two of the most memorable sieges ever under-taken by British arms, those of Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz. This book, originally published in 1972, uses eye-witness accounts with the result that the reader can hear the principal characters explain their actions and see the battlefield through the eyes of the men who were there.
The Story Of Wellington
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Author : Harold Wheeler
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2023-10-26
The Story Of Wellington written by Harold Wheeler and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-26 with History categories.
"The Story of Wellington" by Harold Wheeler is a captivating historical account that delves into the life and achievements of one of the greatest military leaders in history, the Duke of Wellington. Wheeler's narrative skillfully explores the campaigns, strategies, and legacy of Arthur Wellesley, shedding light on his role in the Napoleonic Wars and his impact on European history. This book offers readers a comprehensive look at the man behind the military genius, revealing the complexities of his character and the challenges he faced. For those interested in military history and the life of a remarkable leader, "The Story of Wellington" is a must-read, providing a nuanced perspective on a pivotal era in Europe.
Wellington Pocket Giants
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Author : Gary Sheffield
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2017-07-17
Wellington Pocket Giants written by Gary Sheffield and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-07-17 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Wellington is a giant because he was one of the greatest military commanders in British history, an important figure in the emergence of Britain as a great imperial power, a man who dominated British society and politics for 35 years. He was the only one of Napoleon's contemporaries who can be mentioned in the same breath as a general - a master of logistics, politics and coalition warfare as well as strategy, operations and tactics. The book's focus is on Wellington's military career, and it looks at all of these aspects, placing them in the context of the military and political developments of the time. It explores Wellington's personality – a key to understanding his success - and briefly examines his post-Waterloo career as a politician. It concludes that Wellington was not only a military genius, but an icon whose fame endures to our own time.