A History Of The Late Siege Of Gibraltar

""A History Of The Late Siege Of Gibraltar"" is a book written by John Drinkwater that provides a detailed account of the siege of Gibraltar that took place from 1779 to 1783. The book also includes a comprehensive description of the garrison at Gibraltar from its earliest periods. The author, who was a captain in the Royal Marines during the siege, provides a firsthand account of the events that took place during the siege, including the battles and tactics used by both the British and Spanish forces. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the siege, including the preparation for the siege, the bombardment of the city, and the final assault on the fortress. The book is considered to be a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the history of Gibraltar or the military tactics used during the late 18th century.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.