Fletcher, I./Taylor, C. (Illustr.) Fortresses of the Peninsular War 1808-1814

Name: Fletcher, I./Taylor, C. (Illustr.): Fortresses of the Peninsular War 1808-1814
Brand: Osprey Publishing
SKU: 517/21/12
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English text, paperback, many bw- and colour illustrations, diagrams, maps. 64 pages.

Manufacturer: Osprey Publishing
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In the course of the Peninsular War, Wellingtons army fought several hard battles and smaller actions, but it was the bloody sieges that troubled him more than anything else. Indeed, the performance of his army during the sieges was probably the most disappointing aspect of what was otherwise an extremely successful campaign. Taking 1808 as its starting point, this title deals with the fortress sieges that involved Wellingtons AngloPortuguese army, and concentrates on four key sites in particular (Ciudad Rodrigo, Badajoz, Burgos and San Sebastián). All of these played a vital role in the war due to their strategically important positions. It documents both the sieges and the storming of the fortresses, as well as the general role of the fortresses in Spain and the impact they had on the thinking of the commanders and strategies of the armies involved.

Group: Books (first-hand)
Author: Fletcher, I./Taylor, C. (Illustr.)
Title: Fortresses of the Peninsular War 1808-1814
Details: English text, paperback, many bw- and colour illustrations, diagrams, maps. 64 pages.
Series: Osprey - Fortress