A History Of The Late Siege Of Gibraltar: With A Description And Account Of That Garrison From The Earliest Periods

By John Drinkwater Bethune and John Drinkwater

Book Overview

""A History Of The Late Siege Of Gibraltar"" is a book written by John Drinkwater that provides a detailed account of the siege of Gibraltar during the late 18th century. The book covers the history of the garrison from its earliest periods, including the various battles and conflicts that took place on the Rock over the years. The siege of Gibraltar, which lasted from 1779 to 1783, was a significant event in the history of the British Empire, and Drinkwater's book offers a comprehensive look at the events leading up to the siege, the tactics employed by both sides, and the eventual outcome. The book also includes a detailed description of the garrison, its fortifications, and the soldiers who defended it. Overall, ""A History Of The Late Siege Of Gibraltar"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, the history of Gibraltar, or the history of the British Empire.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163799963
• ISBN13: 9781163799963
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 490 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"