Adkins, Roy A.
Gibraltar: The Greatest Siege in British History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349142395
- author:
- Adkins, Roy A.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 3.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Europe, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
Gibraltar: The Greatest Siege in British History is an epic account of one of history's most pivotal conflicts. From 1779 to 1783, the tiny territory of Gibraltar was besieged and blockaded by overwhelming forces from Spain and France, leading to the longest siege in British history. The story of this extraordinary event brings together soldiers, sailors, civilians, royalty, and ordinary people from diverse backgrounds, all caught up in a struggle for control of a fortress on a small, awe-inspiring rock. The siege was marked by terrifying bombardments, starvation, diseases, and deadly innovations such as red-hot shot and shrapnel shells. Eyewitness accounts and expert research bring the everyday experiences of those involved vividly to life, revealing a tale of courage, endurance, intrigue, desperation, greed, and humanity.
Related Products
Related Products
The Greatest Mysteries in History
Burke, Susan
The Treasures of British History
Snow, Peter
The Issue with British History
Fomenko, Dr Anatoly T.
A Little History Of British Gardening
Uglow, Jenny
Brilliant Black British History
Atinuke