Battles Of English History (1895)

Battles Of English History, written by George, Hereford Brooke and originally published in 1895, is a comprehensive account of the major battles that shaped English history from the Roman invasion to the Battle of Waterloo. The book is divided into 25 chapters, each covering a different battle and providing detailed descriptions of the events leading up to the battle, the strategies employed by the opposing forces, and the outcome of the battle.The book begins with the Roman invasion of Britain in 43 AD and covers major battles such as the Battle of Hastings in 1066, the Battle of Agincourt in 1415, the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, and the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The author also includes lesser-known battles such as the Battle of Maldon in 991 and the Battle of Flodden Field in 1513.Throughout the book, George, Hereford Brooke provides vivid descriptions of the battles, including the weapons and tactics used by the opposing forces. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the battlefields and the movements of the armies.Battles Of English History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history and military strategy. The book provides a fascinating look at the battles that shaped England and the tactics and strategies used by the armies that fought them.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.