"A History of the Peninsular War, Vol. 6, September 1, 1812-August 5, 1813" by Charles Oman is a historical work which explores the dramatic military conflicts of the Peninsular War, specifically zeroing in on the period between September 1812 and August 1813. The narrative follows the intense struggles of war through events like the Siege of Burgos, and the retreat from Burgos, and the decisive battles leading up to Vittoria and those fought in the Pyrenees. The story outlines the strategic mind of Wellington as he faces off against his French enemies. It further highlights Wellington’s strategic challenges as he contends with French forces and makes pivotal choices to defend threatened British positions, culminating in the crucial campaigns that would shape the war's outcome.
A history of the Peninsular War, Vol. 6, September 1, 1812-August 5, 1813 : $b The siege of Burgos, the retreat from Burgos, the campaign of Vittoria, the battles of the Pyrenees
By Charles Oman
Witness the dramatic events that unfolded on the battlefields of Spain, including sieges, retreats, and hard-fought battles, as armies clash for dominance.
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About the AuthorSir Charles William Chadwick Oman, was a British military historian. His reconstructions of medieval battles from the fragmentary and distorted accounts left by chroniclers were pioneering.
Sir Charles William Chadwick Oman, was a British military historian. His reconstructions of medieval battles from the fragmentary and distorted accounts left by chroniclers were pioneering.
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