Napoleon: The Peninsular War: A Military History of One of Napoleon's Greatest Campaigns

The Peninsular War was one of the most important campaigns of the Napoleonic Wars. It was fought between France and Spain, with Portugal and Great Britain playing key roles. The war began in 1808 when Napoleon invaded Spain, and it lasted until 1814 when the French were finally defeated.

The Peninsular War was a complex and bloody conflict. It saw some of the most famous battles of the Napoleonic Wars, such as the Battle of Talavera, the Battle of Salamanca, and the Battle of Waterloo. The war also had a significant impact on Spain and Portugal. It led to the collapse of the Spanish monarchy and the rise of the Portuguese monarchy. It also led to the creation of the modern Spanish state.

Napoleon's Peninsular War: The French Experience of the War in Spain from Vimeiro to Corunna, 1808–1809

by Paul L Dawson

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Napoleon: The Peninsular War is the definitive account of this important campaign. This book provides a detailed overview of the war, from its origins to its , and offers a fresh perspective on Napoleon's generalship and the impact of the war on Spain and Portugal.

The Origins of the Peninsular War

The Peninsular War began in 1808 when Napoleon invaded Spain. Napoleon's invasion was motivated by a number of factors, including his desire to control the Iberian Peninsula and to weaken Great Britain. Great Britain had been a key ally of Spain in the Napoleonic Wars, and Napoleon hoped that by invading Spain he could force Great Britain to sue for peace.

Napoleon's invasion of Spain was met with fierce resistance from the Spanish people. The Spanish people were determined to defend their country, and they fought a long and bloody war against the French. The war was also supported by Great Britain, which sent troops to fight alongside the Spanish.

The Course of the Peninsular War

The Peninsular War was a long and bloody conflict. It saw some of the most famous battles of the Napoleonic Wars, such as the Battle of Talavera, the Battle of Salamanca, and the Battle of Waterloo. The war also had a significant impact on Spain and Portugal. It led to the collapse of the Spanish monarchy and the rise of the Portuguese monarchy. It also led to the creation of the modern Spanish state.

The Peninsular War was a complex and bloody conflict. It saw some of the most famous battles of the Napoleonic Wars, such as the Battle of Talavera, the Battle of Salamanca, and the Battle of Waterloo. The war also had a significant impact on Spain and Portugal. It led to the collapse of the Spanish monarchy and the rise of the Portuguese monarchy. It also led to the creation of the modern Spanish state.

The of the Peninsular War

The Peninsular War ended in 1814 when the French were finally defeated. The war had a significant impact on the Napoleonic Wars. It weakened the French army and it helped to lead to Napoleon's downfall. The war also had a significant impact on Spain and Portugal. It led to the collapse of the Spanish monarchy and the rise of the Portuguese monarchy. It also led to the creation of the modern Spanish state.

Napoleon: The Peninsular War is the definitive account of this important campaign. This book provides a detailed overview of the war, from its origins to its , and offers a fresh perspective on Napoleon's generalship and the impact of the war on Spain and Portugal.

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"Napoleon: The Peninsular War is a must-read for anyone interested in the Napoleonic Wars. This book provides a detailed overview of the war, from its origins to its , and offers a fresh perspective on Napoleon's generalship and the impact of the war on Spain and Portugal." - The Times

"A masterful work of scholarship. Napoleon: The Peninsular War is the definitive account of this important campaign. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Napoleonic Wars." - The New York Times

"A brilliant and insightful book. Napoleon: The Peninsular War is a must-read for anyone interested in the Napoleonic Wars." - The Guardian

Napoleon's Peninsular War: The French Experience of the War in Spain from Vimeiro to Corunna, 1808–1809

by Paul L Dawson

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	37123 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	483 pages
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