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Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : H. B. George
Download or read book Battles of English History written by H. B. George and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-06-03 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hereford B. George, a historian, in the book "Battles of English History," talks about the wars and battles that took place during the growth and development of Great Britain. He discussed some of the historical wars such as The Barons' War, Crecy and Poitiers, Agincourt and Orleans, and even the Great Civil war that struck the English land. This book discusses the tears and blood shed by past heroes and citizens of our dear country.
Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : Hereford Brooke George
Download or read book Battles of English History written by Hereford Brooke George and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 1895 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It has been the business of my life to teach history: and the informal division of labour which comes to pass in a University has led me to pay special attention to the military side of it. This aspect of history involves much comparison of statements and weighing of evidence, and is therefore calculated to be very useful to those for whom the study of history is, not their permanent occupation, but the means of completing their mental training. Campaigns and battles present in an exceptionally clear shape the stock problems of history, what was done, why it was done, what were the results, what ought to have been done, what would have been the consequences if this or that important detail had been different. It is however not easy to gain from books a clear general idea of a campaign or a battle, harder perhaps than to obtain a similar grasp of the work of a legislator, or of the drift of a social change.
Book Synopsis Battles of English History ... . . by : H. B. (Hereford Brooke) George
Download or read book Battles of English History ... . . written by H. B. (Hereford Brooke) George and published by . This book was released on 2013-12 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Battles of English History (Classic Reprint) by : Hereford B. George
Download or read book Battles of English History (Classic Reprint) written by Hereford B. George and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Battles of English History Battles are the most generally interesting class of events in history, and not without reason. Until mankind have all been reduced to a single pattern, which would put an end to history, there will be conflicting interests, sentiments, creeds, principles, which will from time to time lead to war. We may settle many disputes peacefully by mutual conces sion, or by voluntary submission to external arbitration: but an appeal to arms always lies behind, and is the only re source when differences go too deep for reconciliation, or when the self-respect of nations is too severely wounded. Even within a nation there are many possibilities, remote perhaps yet never unimaginable, which may bring about civil war. And though it is perfectly conceivable that a given war may be waged to the end without a single im portant battle, if the superior skill of one side enables it to gain overwhelming advantage without fighting, yet practically this does not happen. Battles are in fact the decisive events in the contests which are of sufficient moment to grow into war. It is very easy to exaggerate their importance, to fix attention on the climax only, and lose sight of the events which led up to it, and which went very far in most cases towards determining its result. But after all the battle is the climax, and the world in general may be forgiven for over-estimating it. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : Hereford B. George M.A. F.R.G.S.
Download or read book Battles of English History written by Hereford B. George M.A. F.R.G.S. and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-08-27 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It has been the business of my life to teach history: and the informal division of labour which comes to pass in a University has led me to pay special attention to the military side of it. This aspect of history involves much comparison of statements and weighing of evidence, and is therefore calculated to be very useful to those for whom the study of history is, not their permanent occupation, but the means of completing their mental training. Campaigns and battles present in an exceptionally clear shape the stock problems of history, what was done, why it was done, what were the results, what ought to have been done, what would have been the consequences if this or that important detail had been different. It is however not easy to gain from books a clear general idea of a campaign or a battle, harder perhaps than to obtain a similar grasp of the work of a legislator, or of the drift of a social change. To the ordinary historian the military side is only one aspect of his theme, and very possibly an aspect which interests him but little. He narrates the facts as given him by his authorities: but when these are vague, as mediaeval writers mostly are, or discrepant, as modern writers are who mean to be precise and write from different standpoints, he need be something of an expert to make his narrative lifelike. On the other hand, purely military works are, very reasonably, technical: they are written for experts, to whom the technical language is familiar, and they often go into considerable detail. Ordinary readers are apt, consequently, to want help in obtaining from them a clear idea of the outline of events.
Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : Hereford Brooke George
Download or read book Battles of English History written by Hereford Brooke George and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : Hereford B. George
Download or read book Battles of English History written by Hereford B. George and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-11 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis British Battles 493937 by : Andrew Breeze
Download or read book British Battles 493937 written by Andrew Breeze and published by Anthem Press. This book was released on 2020-02-29 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: British Battles 493–937 deals with thirteen conflicts, either locating them correctly or explaining some of their aspects which have puzzled historians. They include the following: Mount Badon (493) at Braydon, Wiltshire; battles of the British hero Arthur (the legendary 'King Arthur') (536–7) in southern Scotland or the borders; 'Degsastan' (603) at Dawyck, on the River Tweed, Scotland; Maserfelth (642) at Forden, on the Welsh border; the Viking victory of 'Alluthèlia' (844) at Bishop Auckland, near Durham; and the English triumph of Brunanburh (937) at Lanchester, also near Durham. British Battles 493–937 is, thus, one of the most revolutionary books ever published on war in Britain and is a valuable resource for battle archeologists and research historians.
Book Synopsis Memorable Battles in English History by : W. H. Davenport Adams
Download or read book Memorable Battles in English History written by W. H. Davenport Adams and published by . This book was released on 1879 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis BATTLES OF ENGLISH HISTORY by : HEREFORD B. GEORGE
Download or read book BATTLES OF ENGLISH HISTORY written by HEREFORD B. GEORGE and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hereford B. George presents a captivating collection of historical tales in "Battles of English History," skillfully consolidating his diverse historical musings into a singular, accessible volume. This anthology aims to make the richness of historical narratives affordable and approachable for readers of all ages. Within its pages, readers will encounter a tapestry of intriguing and astonishing stories, each possessing the power to subtly captivate and draw them into the historical tapestry. Regarded as a classic, George's compilation weaves a compelling narrative, seamlessly incorporating a plethora of ideas into a cohesive whole. The stories unfold with an enticing allure, leaving readers eager to discover the unfolding events. The indulgent allure of the title character adds an extra layer of fascination, compelling readers to delve deeper into the historical epochs brought to life within the book. Enhanced with an eye-catching new cover and a professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of "Battles of English History" not only preserves the timeless quality of historical storytelling but also presents a modern and readable rendition. George's masterful storytelling transcends age boundaries, making this collection an engaging and enduring read that beckons readers to explore the intriguing chapters of English history with each turn of the page.
Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : Hereford Brooke George
Download or read book Battles of English History written by Hereford Brooke George and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Battles of English History by : Hereford George
Download or read book Battles of English History written by Hereford George and published by Litres. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Memorable Battles in English History by : William Henry Davenport Adams
Download or read book Memorable Battles in English History written by William Henry Davenport Adams and published by . This book was released on 1863 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis 1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History by : R. G. Grant
Download or read book 1001 Battles That Changed the Course of History written by R. G. Grant and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2017-10-24 with total page 963 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historical account of humanity's 5000 year history of recorded conflict looks at ancient wars, modern conflict, and everything in-between.
Book Synopsis The English Civil War by : Peter Gaunt
Download or read book The English Civil War written by Peter Gaunt and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2014-05-09 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sir, God hath taken away your eldest son by a cannon shot. It brake his leg. We were necessitated to have it cut off, whereof he died.' In one of the most famous and moving letters of the Civil War, Oliver Cromwell told his brother-in-law that on 2 July 1644 Parliament had won an emphatic victory over a Royalist army commanded by King Charles I's nephew, Prince Rupert, on rolling moorland west of York. But that battle, Marston Moor, had also slain his own nephew, the recipient's firstborn. In this vividly narrated history of the deadly conflict that engulfed the nation during the 1640s, Peter Gaunt shows that, with the exception of World War I, the death-rate was higher than any other contest in which Britain has participated. Numerous towns and villages were garrisoned, attacked, damaged or wrecked. The landscape was profoundly altered. Yet amidst all the blood and killing, the fighting was also a catalyst for profound social change and innovation. Charting major battles, raids and engagements, the author uses rich contemporary accounts to explore the life-changing experience of war for those involved, whether musketeers at Cheriton, dragoons at Edgehill or Cromwell's disciplined Ironsides at Naseby (1645).
Book Synopsis A History of War in 100 Battles by : R. J. Overy
Download or read book A History of War in 100 Battles written by R. J. Overy and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Their very names--Gettysburg, Waterloo, Stalingrad--evoke images of great triumph and equally great suffering, moments when history seemed to hang in the balance. Considered in relation to each other, such battles--and others of less immediate renown--offer insight into the changing nature of armed combat, advances in technology, shifts in strategy and thought, as well as altered geopolitical landscapes. The most significant military engagements in history define the very nature of war. In his newest book, Richard Overy plumbs over 3,000 years of history, from the Fall of Troy in 1200 BC to the Fall of Baghdad in 2003, to locate the 100 battles that he believes the most momentous. Arranged by themes such as leadership, innovation, deception, and courage under fire, Overy presents engaging essays on each battle that together provide a rich picture of how combat has changed through the ages, as well as highlighting what has remained consistent despite advances in technology. The battles covered here offer a wide geographic sweep, from ancient Greece to China, Constantinople to Moscow, North to South America, providing a picture of the dominant empires across time and context for comparison between various military cultures. From familiar engagements like Thermopylae (480 BC), Verdun (1916), and the Tet Offensive (1968) to lesser-studied battles such as Zama (202 BC), Arsuf (1191), and Navarino Bay (1827), Overy presents the key actors, choices, and contingencies, focusing on those details--sometimes overlooked--that decided the battle. The American victory at the Battle of Midway, for example, was determined by only ten bombs. It was, as Wellington said of Waterloo, a "near run thing." Rather than focusing on the question of victory or defeat, Overy examines what an engagement can tell us on a larger level about the history of warfare itself. New weapons and tactics can have a sudden impact on the outcome of a battle--but so too can leadership, or the effects of a clever deception, or raw courage. Overy offers a deft and visually captivating look at the engagements that have shaped the course of human history, and changed the face of warfare.
Book Synopsis The Battlefields of England by : Alfred Higgins Burne
Download or read book The Battlefields of England written by Alfred Higgins Burne and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Makes it possible for readers to follow the course of 39 notable battles from 51 AD to 1685, as if they were there on the battlefields themselves.
