The Siege of Gibraltar, 1779-1783

The Siege of Gibraltar, 1779-1783

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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Photo is of the actual book - please note wear and tear. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.

Author: T.H. McGuffie

Format: Hardback

Remarks on Condition :


This book is a historical account of the longest siege in British history, when Gibraltar was besieged by the combined forces of Spain and France during the American War of Independence. The book describes the military and naval operations, the political and diplomatic intrigues, and the daily life and hardships of the defenders and the attackers. The book also portrays the heroism and leadership of General Eliott, the British governor of Gibraltar, who successfully resisted the enemyÕs attempts to capture the strategic fortress., Condition Remarks: Good, , No dustjacket, In good condition , Previous owner's name to front endpaper,
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Description
NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Photo is of the actual book - please note wear and tear. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.

Author: T.H. McGuffie

Format: Hardback

Remarks on Condition :


This book is a historical account of the longest siege in British history, when Gibraltar was besieged by the combined forces of Spain and France during the American War of Independence. The book describes the military and naval operations, the political and diplomatic intrigues, and the daily life and hardships of the defenders and the attackers. The book also portrays the heroism and leadership of General Eliott, the British governor of Gibraltar, who successfully resisted the enemyÕs attempts to capture the strategic fortress., Condition Remarks: Good, , No dustjacket, In good condition , Previous owner's name to front endpaper,