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Life of Field-Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington Vol. II
Publication and Series Information
Originally published in 1840, this is the SECOND volume in a series of three published between 1839-1841, which together form an impressive biography of Field-Marshall Arthur Wellington, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852).
Subject and Significance
He was one of the leading military and political figures of 19th-century Britain whose defeat of Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 put him in the top rank of Britain's military heroes.
Author's Approach
Written when witnesses of the Iron Duke's exploits were still alive, Maxwell used much firsthand information available from serving a discharged military personnel to enrich the narrative.
Content of the Volume
In this volume, the Duke's career is recounted up to his huge success at the Battle of Salamanca in 1812.
Illustrations
Richly illustrated throughout with steel and wood engravings.
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