Movements of the British Legion: With Strictures on the Course of Conduct Pursued by Lieutenant-General Evans (Classic Reprint)

By John Richardson and Professor of Musicology John Richardson D Phil

Book Overview

Movements of the British Legion: With Strictures on the Course of Conduct Pursued by Lieutenant-General Evans is a historical book written by John Richardson in 1837. The book provides a detailed account of the British Legion's movements during the Spanish Civil War in the 1830s. It also offers an analysis of the actions of Lieutenant-General Evans, who was the commander of the British Legion during the conflict. Richardson's book is a valuable source of information for anyone interested in the history of the British Legion and the Spanish Civil War. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the Legion's activities, including its battles and skirmishes with the Carlists, who were fighting to restore the absolute monarchy in Spain. In addition to chronicling the Legion's movements, Richardson also offers his opinions on the conduct of Lieutenant-General Evans. He criticizes Evans for his lack of strategic planning and his failure to adequately supply and support the Legion. Richardson argues that Evans' shortcomings contributed to the Legion's defeat at the Battle of Huesca in 1837. Overall, Movements of the British Legion: With Strictures on the Course of Conduct Pursued by Lieutenant-General Evans is an informative and thought-provoking book that sheds light on an important period in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, the Spanish Civil War, or the British Legion.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: 1165689340
• ISBN13: 9781165689347
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"