Author: Christiaan Rudolf De Wet
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : South Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Three Years' War
Author: Christiaan Rudolf De Wet
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : South Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : South Africa
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
The Thirty Years War
Author: C. V. Wedgwood
Publisher: New York Review of Books
ISBN: 1681371235
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
Europe in 1618 was riven between Protestants and Catholics, Bourbon and Hapsburg--as well as empires, kingdoms, and countless principalities. After angry Protestants tossed three representatives of the Holy Roman Empire out the window of the royal castle in Prague, world war spread from Bohemia with relentless abandon, drawing powers from Spain to Sweden into a nightmarish world of famine, disease, and seemingly unstoppable destruction.
Publisher: New York Review of Books
ISBN: 1681371235
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 538
Book Description
Europe in 1618 was riven between Protestants and Catholics, Bourbon and Hapsburg--as well as empires, kingdoms, and countless principalities. After angry Protestants tossed three representatives of the Holy Roman Empire out the window of the royal castle in Prague, world war spread from Bohemia with relentless abandon, drawing powers from Spain to Sweden into a nightmarish world of famine, disease, and seemingly unstoppable destruction.
Three Years' War
Author: Christiaan Rudolf De Wet
Publisher: Namaskar Book
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Delve into the tumultuous era of the Three Years' War with Christiaan Rudolf De Wet's gripping account. Join him on a journey through triumphs, trials, and the indomitable courage of a nation as he chronicles one of the most significant conflicts in South African history. As De Wet's narrative unfolds, witness the bravery and resilience of the Boer people as they face off against overwhelming odds. From daring guerrilla tactics to epic battles on the veldt, immerse yourself in the drama and heroism of a nation fighting for its freedom. But amidst the chaos of war, a deeper story emerges: What if the Three Years' War is more than just a struggle for territory? Prepare to explore themes of identity, resistance, and the enduring spirit of a people united in their quest for self-determination. Are you ready to journey through the crucible of war and discover the true meaning of courage? Experience the power of De Wet's firsthand account as he offers a unique perspective on the events that shaped a nation. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student of military strategy, or simply curious about the human experience, "Three Years' War" will captivate and inspire you. Will you dare to confront the challenges of war and witness the triumph of the human spirit? Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of South African history, where each chapter of "Three Years' War" offers a glimpse into the heart and soul of a nation in turmoil. Whether you're reading for knowledge or for inspiration, De Wet's stirring narrative will leave a lasting impression. Don't miss your chance to uncover the untold stories of courage and sacrifice in "Three Years' War." Let De Wet's powerful account be your guide as you journey through the annals of history and bear witness to the resilience of the human spirit. Seize the opportunity to own a piece of South African history. Purchase "Three Years' War" now and embark on a journey through triumphs, trials, and the courage of a nation that refused to be defeated.
Publisher: Namaskar Book
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Delve into the tumultuous era of the Three Years' War with Christiaan Rudolf De Wet's gripping account. Join him on a journey through triumphs, trials, and the indomitable courage of a nation as he chronicles one of the most significant conflicts in South African history. As De Wet's narrative unfolds, witness the bravery and resilience of the Boer people as they face off against overwhelming odds. From daring guerrilla tactics to epic battles on the veldt, immerse yourself in the drama and heroism of a nation fighting for its freedom. But amidst the chaos of war, a deeper story emerges: What if the Three Years' War is more than just a struggle for territory? Prepare to explore themes of identity, resistance, and the enduring spirit of a people united in their quest for self-determination. Are you ready to journey through the crucible of war and discover the true meaning of courage? Experience the power of De Wet's firsthand account as he offers a unique perspective on the events that shaped a nation. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a student of military strategy, or simply curious about the human experience, "Three Years' War" will captivate and inspire you. Will you dare to confront the challenges of war and witness the triumph of the human spirit? Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of South African history, where each chapter of "Three Years' War" offers a glimpse into the heart and soul of a nation in turmoil. Whether you're reading for knowledge or for inspiration, De Wet's stirring narrative will leave a lasting impression. Don't miss your chance to uncover the untold stories of courage and sacrifice in "Three Years' War." Let De Wet's powerful account be your guide as you journey through the annals of history and bear witness to the resilience of the human spirit. Seize the opportunity to own a piece of South African history. Purchase "Three Years' War" now and embark on a journey through triumphs, trials, and the courage of a nation that refused to be defeated.
Three Years War
Author: Christiaan De Wet
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291454055
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
Expecting the outbreak of war in 1899, De Wet, then forty-five, prepared for the hardships to come. This is his story of the Boer War. Told from the Boer Perspective.These editions are facsimile prints and may contain some formatting errors or lack of graphical clarity. Some images may have been replaced or removed from original manuscript.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291454055
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 365
Book Description
Expecting the outbreak of war in 1899, De Wet, then forty-five, prepared for the hardships to come. This is his story of the Boer War. Told from the Boer Perspective.These editions are facsimile prints and may contain some formatting errors or lack of graphical clarity. Some images may have been replaced or removed from original manuscript.
The Hundred Years' War on Palestine
Author: Rashid Khalidi
Publisher: Metropolitan Books
ISBN: 1627798544
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
A landmark history of one hundred years of war waged against the Palestinians from the foremost US historian of the Middle East, told through pivotal events and family history In 1899, Yusuf Diya al-Khalidi, mayor of Jerusalem, alarmed by the Zionist call to create a Jewish national home in Palestine, wrote a letter aimed at Theodore Herzl: the country had an indigenous people who would not easily accept their own displacement. He warned of the perils ahead, ending his note, “in the name of God, let Palestine be left alone.” Thus Rashid Khalidi, al-Khalidi’s great-great-nephew, begins this sweeping history, the first general account of the conflict told from an explicitly Palestinian perspective. Drawing on a wealth of untapped archival materials and the reports of generations of family members—mayors, judges, scholars, diplomats, and journalists—The Hundred Years' War on Palestine upends accepted interpretations of the conflict, which tend, at best, to describe a tragic clash between two peoples with claims to the same territory. Instead, Khalidi traces a hundred years of colonial war on the Palestinians, waged first by the Zionist movement and then Israel, but backed by Britain and the United States, the great powers of the age. He highlights the key episodes in this colonial campaign, from the 1917 Balfour Declaration to the destruction of Palestine in 1948, from Israel’s 1982 invasion of Lebanon to the endless and futile peace process. Original, authoritative, and important, The Hundred Years' War on Palestine is not a chronicle of victimization, nor does it whitewash the mistakes of Palestinian leaders or deny the emergence of national movements on both sides. In reevaluating the forces arrayed against the Palestinians, it offers an illuminating new view of a conflict that continues to this day.
Publisher: Metropolitan Books
ISBN: 1627798544
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
A landmark history of one hundred years of war waged against the Palestinians from the foremost US historian of the Middle East, told through pivotal events and family history In 1899, Yusuf Diya al-Khalidi, mayor of Jerusalem, alarmed by the Zionist call to create a Jewish national home in Palestine, wrote a letter aimed at Theodore Herzl: the country had an indigenous people who would not easily accept their own displacement. He warned of the perils ahead, ending his note, “in the name of God, let Palestine be left alone.” Thus Rashid Khalidi, al-Khalidi’s great-great-nephew, begins this sweeping history, the first general account of the conflict told from an explicitly Palestinian perspective. Drawing on a wealth of untapped archival materials and the reports of generations of family members—mayors, judges, scholars, diplomats, and journalists—The Hundred Years' War on Palestine upends accepted interpretations of the conflict, which tend, at best, to describe a tragic clash between two peoples with claims to the same territory. Instead, Khalidi traces a hundred years of colonial war on the Palestinians, waged first by the Zionist movement and then Israel, but backed by Britain and the United States, the great powers of the age. He highlights the key episodes in this colonial campaign, from the 1917 Balfour Declaration to the destruction of Palestine in 1948, from Israel’s 1982 invasion of Lebanon to the endless and futile peace process. Original, authoritative, and important, The Hundred Years' War on Palestine is not a chronicle of victimization, nor does it whitewash the mistakes of Palestinian leaders or deny the emergence of national movements on both sides. In reevaluating the forces arrayed against the Palestinians, it offers an illuminating new view of a conflict that continues to this day.
The Hundred Years War: Trial by fire
Author: Jonathan Sumption
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780571138951
Category : France
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780571138951
Category : France
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The English Revolution and the Wars in the Three Kingdoms, 1638-1652
Author: I.J. Gentles
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 131789846X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 539
Book Description
Ian Gentles provides a riveting, in-depth analysis of the battles and sieges, as well as the political and religious struggles that underpinned them. Based on extensive archival and secondary research he undertakes the first sustained attempt to arrive at global estimates of the human and economic cost of the wars. The many actors in the drama are appraised with subtlety. Charles I, while partly the author of his own misfortune, is shown to have been at moments an inspirational leader. The English Revolution and the Wars in the Three Kingdoms is a sophisticated, comprehensive, exciting account of the sixteen years that were the hinge of British and Irish history. It encompasses politics and war, personalities and ideas, embedding them all in a coherent and absorbing narrative.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 131789846X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 539
Book Description
Ian Gentles provides a riveting, in-depth analysis of the battles and sieges, as well as the political and religious struggles that underpinned them. Based on extensive archival and secondary research he undertakes the first sustained attempt to arrive at global estimates of the human and economic cost of the wars. The many actors in the drama are appraised with subtlety. Charles I, while partly the author of his own misfortune, is shown to have been at moments an inspirational leader. The English Revolution and the Wars in the Three Kingdoms is a sophisticated, comprehensive, exciting account of the sixteen years that were the hinge of British and Irish history. It encompasses politics and war, personalities and ideas, embedding them all in a coherent and absorbing narrative.
Three Weeks in November
Author: Ralph Weaver
Publisher: Helion
ISBN: 9781911096153
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The political phenomenon known as the 'Springtime of the Nations' swept through Europe in 1848, toppling thrones, forcing old autocratic regimes to grant constitutions to the people and bringing street fighting and large scale campaigns to cities and states across the continent. What is not generally known is that a precursor to these events had already taken place in the center of Europe in the Alpine valleys of the collection of independent states known collectively as Switzerland. In November 1847, twelve of the Swiss cantons went to war with seven other cantons over the future of the country. The campaign lasted just three weeks, with only a few hundred casualties and ended with the establishment of the modern Swiss state we have today. If it had not ended so quickly it is likely that France, Austria and Prussia would have become involved, which would have led to a European-wide war. This book is unique in that it concentrates on the military aspects of this episode in history. As well as an outline of the campaign itself, it covers the strengths and organization of each canton; in 1847 each was a separate state with its own army. Included are chapters on the uniforms of the cantons' armies, their battle flags, weapons and distinguishing badges. The major battle of the war, at Gislikon (modern Gisikon), a small village with a strategic river crossing, just north of the city of Luzern, is treated in detail. As well as the general picture, individual soldiers' stories illustrate the combat techniques of the period. Biographies are given of some of the leading figures from both sides of the conflict, which demonstrate the European dimension. Many served in French, Dutch and Neapolitan armies before taking appointments in the Swiss canton armies. To compliment the text the book is well illustrated with a mixture of contemporary pictures, in color and black and white, and also specially produced color plates of Swiss canton uniforms and flags. So that the reader can follow the campaign, maps from official Swiss sources are included. Orders of battle for all the cantons and detailed orders of battle for the main action at Gislikon are also provided. This is the latest title in Helion's ground-breaking series of 19th Century studies, and will again appear in hardback as a strictly limited edition printing of 500 copies, each individually numbered and signed by the author on a decorative title page.
Publisher: Helion
ISBN: 9781911096153
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The political phenomenon known as the 'Springtime of the Nations' swept through Europe in 1848, toppling thrones, forcing old autocratic regimes to grant constitutions to the people and bringing street fighting and large scale campaigns to cities and states across the continent. What is not generally known is that a precursor to these events had already taken place in the center of Europe in the Alpine valleys of the collection of independent states known collectively as Switzerland. In November 1847, twelve of the Swiss cantons went to war with seven other cantons over the future of the country. The campaign lasted just three weeks, with only a few hundred casualties and ended with the establishment of the modern Swiss state we have today. If it had not ended so quickly it is likely that France, Austria and Prussia would have become involved, which would have led to a European-wide war. This book is unique in that it concentrates on the military aspects of this episode in history. As well as an outline of the campaign itself, it covers the strengths and organization of each canton; in 1847 each was a separate state with its own army. Included are chapters on the uniforms of the cantons' armies, their battle flags, weapons and distinguishing badges. The major battle of the war, at Gislikon (modern Gisikon), a small village with a strategic river crossing, just north of the city of Luzern, is treated in detail. As well as the general picture, individual soldiers' stories illustrate the combat techniques of the period. Biographies are given of some of the leading figures from both sides of the conflict, which demonstrate the European dimension. Many served in French, Dutch and Neapolitan armies before taking appointments in the Swiss canton armies. To compliment the text the book is well illustrated with a mixture of contemporary pictures, in color and black and white, and also specially produced color plates of Swiss canton uniforms and flags. So that the reader can follow the campaign, maps from official Swiss sources are included. Orders of battle for all the cantons and detailed orders of battle for the main action at Gislikon are also provided. This is the latest title in Helion's ground-breaking series of 19th Century studies, and will again appear in hardback as a strictly limited edition printing of 500 copies, each individually numbered and signed by the author on a decorative title page.
On War
Author: Carl von Clausewitz
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military art and science
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Military art and science
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
The Seven Years' War
Author: Daniel Marston
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135975108
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
The closest thing to total war before the First World War, the Seven Years' War was fought in North America, Europe, the Caribbean and India with major consequences for all parties involved. This fascinating book is the first to truly review the grand strategies of the combatants and examine the differing styles of warfare used in the many campaigns. These methods ranged from the large-scale battles and sieges of the European front to the ambush and skirmish tactics used in the forests of North America. Daniel Marston's engaging narrative is supported by personal diaries, memoirs, and official reports.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135975108
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 94
Book Description
The closest thing to total war before the First World War, the Seven Years' War was fought in North America, Europe, the Caribbean and India with major consequences for all parties involved. This fascinating book is the first to truly review the grand strategies of the combatants and examine the differing styles of warfare used in the many campaigns. These methods ranged from the large-scale battles and sieges of the European front to the ambush and skirmish tactics used in the forests of North America. Daniel Marston's engaging narrative is supported by personal diaries, memoirs, and official reports.