Authentic Papers Relating To The Expedition Against Carthagena: Being The Resolutions Of The Councils Of War

""Authentic Papers Relating To The Expedition Against Carthagena: Being The Resolutions Of The Councils Of War"" is a historical book written by Edward Vernon in 1744. The book provides a detailed account of the military expedition against the Spanish city of Cartagena, which took place in 1741. The author, who was a British naval officer, presents a collection of official documents that were produced during the campaign. These documents include the resolutions of the councils of war, which were responsible for making strategic decisions and planning military operations. The book offers readers an insight into the challenges faced by the British forces during the expedition, including the harsh tropical climate, disease, and strong resistance from the Spanish defenders. It also sheds light on the political and diplomatic factors that influenced the campaign, such as the rivalry between Britain and Spain in the Caribbean and the involvement of other European powers in the conflict. Overall, ""Authentic Papers Relating To The Expedition Against Carthagena"" is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of a significant military campaign in the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, naval warfare, and colonialism.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.