The Duke

""The Duke: Being An Account Of The Life And Achievements Of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke Of Wellington"" is a biography written by Aldington, Richard. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Arthur Wellesley, who was a prominent military leader and statesman in the 19th century. Wellesley, also known as the Duke of Wellington, is best known for his role in defeating Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The book covers Wellesley's early life, his military career, and his political achievements. It explores his upbringing in Ireland, his education at Eton and Oxford, and his early military service in India. The book also delves into Wellesley's military campaigns in Europe, including his victories in the Peninsular War, and his eventual appointment as commander-in-chief of the British Army. In addition to his military achievements, the book also covers Wellesley's political career. He served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice, and played a key role in the passage of the Catholic Relief Act of 1829. Overall, ""The Duke: Being An Account Of The Life And Achievements Of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke Of Wellington"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in British history. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and achievements of a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of European history.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.