O'Keeffe, Paul

Culloden: Battle & Aftermath

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ISBN 13:
9781784704452
author:
O'Keeffe, Paul
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Vintage
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
432
Dimensions:
19.8 x 13.3 x 3.2 centimetres (0
Genre:
History, Military History, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£12.88

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The Battle of Culloden: A Dramatic and Divisive Conflict On 16 April 1746, Charles Edward Stuart's Jacobite army suffered one of the quickest defeats in history at the hands of British forces at Culloden. This pivotal moment marked the end of a campaign that had begun with initial victories, but ultimately ended in calamity. The aftermath of the battle saw Jacobite prisoners facing harsh punishment, including being hanged on the block and gibbet, while those granted 'the King's mercy' were forced into labour on plantations in the colonies. The legacy of this conflict continues to resonate today, making it a fascinating and meticulously researched topic.

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