Bøger af Walter R Nursey

The Story of Isaac Brock By Walter R. Nursey

""The Story of Isaac Brock: Hero, Defender and Savior of Upper Canada, 1812"" is a historical account written by Walter R. Nursey in 1908. The book tells the story of Isaac Brock, a British Army officer who played a pivotal role in the War of 1812 as the commander of British forces in Upper Canada. Brock is portrayed as a hero and defender of Upper Canada, as he successfully defended the region against American invasion and ultimately saved it from being annexed by the United States. Nursey's account provides a detailed and engaging narrative of Brock's life and military career, including his early years in the army, his service in Europe and the West Indies, and his leadership during the War of 1812. The book also explores the political and social context of the war, including the tensions between Britain and the United States, the role of indigenous peoples in the conflict, and the impact of the war on Canadian society. Overall, ""The Story of Isaac Brock"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of Canada's most celebrated military heroes, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in Canadian history or military history more broadly.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.