The Enemy At Trafalgar: An Account Of The Battle From Eyewitnesses' Narratives And Letters And Dispatches From The French And Spanish Fleets (

by Edward Fraser

Book Overview

The Enemy At Trafalgar is a historical book written by Edward Fraser in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the famous naval battle of Trafalgar, which took place on October 21, 1805, between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of France and Spain. The author has relied on eyewitnesses������� narratives, letters, and dispatches from the French and Spanish fleets to provide an accurate and comprehensive description of the battle.The book begins with an introduction to the political and military situation in Europe at the time of the battle. It then goes on to describe the events leading up to the battle, including the strategies and tactics employed by both sides. The author provides a detailed account of the battle, including the movements of the ships, the tactics used, and the casualties suffered by both sides.The book also includes a section on the aftermath of the battle, including the impact it had on the war and the political and military repercussions for both sides. The author concludes the book with an analysis of the battle and its significance in naval history.Overall, The Enemy At Trafalgar is a well-researched and detailed account of one of the most significant naval battles in history. It provides a valuable insight into the strategies and tactics used by both sides, as well as the political and military context in which the battle took place. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in naval history or the history of the Napoleonic Wars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120876990
• ISBN13: 9781120876997
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"