A History Of The Peninsular War V1: 1807-1809, From The Treaty Of Fontainebleau To The Battle Of Corunna - Paperback

""A History of the Peninsular War V1: 1807-1809, From the Treaty of Fontainebleau to the Battle of Corunna"" by Charles Oman is a comprehensive account of the first two years of the Peninsular War, which was fought between France and Spain (with the assistance of Britain and Portugal) from 1807 to 1814. The book covers the period from the signing of the Treaty of Fontainebleau in 1807, which allowed French troops to cross Spanish territory on their way to invade Portugal, to the Battle of Corunna in January 1809, which saw the British army under Sir John Moore retreat from the advancing French forces. The book provides a detailed overview of the political and military events that led up to the war, including the complex alliances and power struggles between the various European powers. It also delves into the tactics and strategies employed by both sides during the conflict, as well as the experiences of the soldiers and civilians caught up in the fighting. As the first volume in a multi-volume series, ""A History of the Peninsular War V1: 1807-1809"" sets the stage for the rest of the narrative, providing a foundation for readers to understand the larger context of the war and the various battles and campaigns that would follow. Oman's writing is clear and engaging, and his extensive research and attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or 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.