Book Description
The 1807-14 war in the Iberian Peninsula was one of the most significant campaigns of the Napoleonic Wars. Arising from Napoleon's strategic necessity to impose his rule over Portugal and Spain, it evolved into a constant drain on his resources. During this period, the outcome of the war was effectively decided by Wellington's advance from Portugal into Spain. The operations that took place at this time included the French campaigns of late 1811, the Allied offensive, and Wellington's great victory at Salamanca. Includes comprehensive maps, orders of battle, and lists of strengths and casualties.

About the Author
Sir Charles Oman was one of Britain's greatest and most celebrated historians. His other books published by Greenhill are A History of the Art of War in the Middle Ages (1853673323) and A History of the Art of War in the Sixteenth Century (1853673846).

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The 1807-14 war in the Iberian Peninsula was one of the most significant campaigns of the Napoleonic Wars. Arising from Napoleon's strategic necessity to impose his rule over Portugal and Spain, it evolved into a constant drain on his resources. During this period, the outcome of the war was effectively decided by Wellington's advance from Portugal into Spain. The operations that took place at this time included the French campaigns of late 1811, the Allied offensive, and Wellington's great victory at Salamanca. Includes comprehensive maps, orders of battle, and lists of strengths and casualties.