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Fortescue, J. W. (John William), Sir
1859
1933
Fortescue, John William, Sir
18013488
British Campaigns in Flanders 1690-1794
Being Extracts from "A History of the British Army"
$aUnited Kingdom :$bMacMillan & Co. Ltd.,$c1918.
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"British Campaigns in Flanders 1690-1794" by Sir J. W. Fortescue is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work primarily focuses on the military engagements and strategies of the British Army in the Flanders region during the late 17th and 18th centuries. Readers can expect a detailed exploration of significant clashes against French forces, including analyses of key battles and the evolving nature of warfare during this turbulent period. The opening portion of the book lays the foundation for understanding Britain's military maneuvers in Flanders, highlighting the complicated landscape of alliances and strategies involved in these campaigns. It discusses the geographical significance of Flanders as a battleground, marked by an array of rivers and fortified towns that influenced military tactics. The author introduces the key players, notably King William and various French generals, setting the stage for detailed accounts of battles, including the challenges they faced from logistical issues to the strategic decisions that ultimately swayed the outcomes, emphasizing the importance of leadership and unity among allied forces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/britishcampaigns00fort
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Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Great Britain -- History, Military -- 18th century
Flanders -- History, Military
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Category: History - European
Category: History - Early Modern (c. 1450-1750)
Category: History - Warfare
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