A Narrative Of The Battle Of St. Vincent: With Anecdotes Of Nelson, Before And After That Battle (1840) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437461428)

""A Narrative of the Battle of St. Vincent: With Anecdotes of Nelson, Before and After That Battle"" is a historical account written by John Drinkwater Bethune in 1840. The book describes the Battle of St. Vincent, which took place on February 14, 1797, between the British Royal Navy and the Spanish Navy during the French Revolutionary Wars.Bethune's narrative provides a detailed account of the battle, including the tactics used by both sides and the key events that led to the British victory. He also includes anecdotes about Admiral Horatio Nelson, who played a significant role in the battle and went on to become one of Britain's most celebrated naval heroes.In addition to the battle itself, Bethune's book also explores the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between Britain and Spain and the impact of the French Revolution on Europe. He also provides insight into the lives of sailors and officers in the Royal Navy, drawing on his own experiences as a naval officer.Overall, ""A Narrative of the Battle of St. Vincent"" is a valuable historical document that offers a vivid and engaging account of a key moment in British naval history. It provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the world of naval warfare in the late 18th century and the remarkable individuals who shaped it.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.

Author: John Drinkwater Bethune
ISBN-10: 1437461425
ISBN-13: 9781437461428
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/13/2009
Pages: 116
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.24d