Voices from the Battle of TrafalgarOn October 21, 1805, the most conclusive naval battle in the history of the world took place. This is a stunning and vivid collection of contemporary eyewitness accounts of that battle--the Battle of Trafalgar, published for the bicentenary of the historic battle. Readers will find original accounts from the great military leaders of the time--including Nelson and Napoleon--as well as the experiences of the ordinary seamen and civilian witnesses. A unique opportunity to experience a pivotal moment of history through the accounts of those who were involved, this book, will be an important record for years to come. |
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Contents
Foreword | 6 |
We Have Gained a Great Victory | 12 |
The Trafalgar Campaign 18031805 | 30 |
Copyright | |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Voices from the Battle of Trafalgar 'Voices From' Series |
| Author | Peter Warwick |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | F+W Media, 2005 |
| Original from | Indiana University |
| Digitized | Nov 11, 2008 |
| ISBN | 0715320009, 9780715320006 |
| Length | 320 pages |
| Subjects | › › History / General History / Military / Naval History / Military / Other |
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