BATTLES AND BATTLEFIELDS OF THE PENINSULAR WAR

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A guide to the Peninsular War, blending expert insights with detailed visits to key battlefields and historical sites. For each of the 28 combats included, there is a concise but insightful summary of the historical events, a new color map showing both modern roads and landmarks, as well as historical troop positions, color pictures of the battlefield, and a guide to visiting the scene of the action today. An ideal companion for anyone who wants to explore the battlefields, it also serves as an excellent introduction to studying the Peninsular War. Contains 242 color photos and 29 color maps.