Wellington's Career

Wellington's Career: A Military And Political Summary is a book written by Edward Bruce Hamley and first published in 1860. The book provides a detailed account of the life and career of Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington, who was one of the most prominent military and political figures of his time. The book covers Wellington's early life and military career, including his service in India and his role in the Peninsular War against Napoleon. It also examines his political career, including his time as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and his role in the passage of the Catholic Relief Act of 1829. Throughout the book, Hamley provides a balanced and insightful analysis of Wellington's achievements and shortcomings, as well as his impact on British history. He also includes numerous anecdotes and quotes from Wellington himself and those who knew him, giving readers a vivid sense of the man behind the legend. Overall, Wellington's Career: A Military And Political Summary is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of Britain's most famous and influential figures.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.