Archibald Forbes was a 19th century British war correspondent. His years in the military gave him considerable experience. He traveled the world while writing for The Daily News. The British were having difficulties with Persia before the invasion of Afghanistan. The ruler of Persia wanted to obtain by force an area under dispute This serious situation for England and India was enflamed by that Russian influence behind Persia in this hostile action against Herat. Forbes does an excellent job of setting the scene in both countries before the war began. He also takes the reader through the...
Archibald Forbes was a 19th century British war correspondent. His years in the military gave him considerable experience. He traveled the world while...
The first 150 years of one of the British Army's most renowned regiments Archibald Forbes was a notable author, journalist and special correspondent during the British colonial wars of the Victorian era, so he was well positioned by personal experience to pen this history of a famous Scottish Highland regiment. 'The Black Watch, ' 'The Forty-Twa, ' the '42nd Regiment of Foot, ' 'The Royal Highlanders'-First to come, Last to go. The titles of this legendary regiment are many and its fame well and hard earned on many a bloodily contested ground from its birth to the present day. Forbes...
The first 150 years of one of the British Army's most renowned regiments Archibald Forbes was a notable author, journalist and special corresponde...
The first 150 years of one of the British Army's most renowned regiments Archibald Forbes was a notable author, journalist and special correspondent during the British colonial wars of the Victorian era, so he was well positioned by personal experience to pen this history of a famous Scottish Highland regiment. 'The Black Watch, ' 'The Forty-Twa, ' the '42nd Regiment of Foot, ' 'The Royal Highlanders'-First to come, Last to go. The titles of this legendary regiment are many and its fame well and hard earned on many a bloodily contested ground from its birth to the present day. Forbes...
The first 150 years of one of the British Army's most renowned regiments Archibald Forbes was a notable author, journalist and special corresponde...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and administrative genius, statesman and despot, he set Europe ablaze and his influence around the globe resounds to this day. While there is no real glory in warfare, the Napoleonic period, with its marching Imperial armies, plumes bobbing above casques and shakos, and martial figures in uniforms glinting with steel, brass or bronze, is an irresistibly romantic time that fascinates both serious students and casual readers. Great battles were fought...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and a...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and administrative genius, statesman and despot, he set Europe ablaze and his influence around the globe resounds to this day. While there is no real glory in warfare, the Napoleonic period, with its marching Imperial armies, plumes bobbing above casques and shakos, and martial figures in uniforms glinting with steel, brass or bronze, is an irresistibly romantic time that fascinates both serious students and casual readers. Great battles were fought...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and a...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and administrative genius, statesman and despot, he set Europe ablaze and his influence around the globe resounds to this day. While there is no real glory in warfare, the Napoleonic period, with its marching Imperial armies, plumes bobbing above casques and shakos, and martial figures in uniforms glinting with steel, brass or bronze, is an irresistibly romantic time that fascinates both serious students and casual readers. Great battles were fought...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and a...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and administrative genius, statesman and despot, he set Europe ablaze and his influence around the globe resounds to this day. While there is no real glory in warfare, the Napoleonic period, with its marching Imperial armies, plumes bobbing above casques and shakos, and martial figures in uniforms glinting with steel, brass or bronze, is an irresistibly romantic time that fascinates both serious students and casual readers. Great battles were fought...
Forty-four battles of the Napoleonic era in words and pictures Napoleon was one of the most significant figures in world history; a military and a...
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, af...
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.
This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, af...
This is a history of the British Empire's involvement and military actions in Afghanistan during the 19th century when it was at the height of its imperialism.
This is a history of the British Empire's involvement and military actions in Afghanistan during the 19th century when it was at the height of its imp...
