Letters from Portugal and Spain: Written During the March of the British Troops Under Sir John Moore

Letters From Portugal And Spain: Written During The March Of The British Troops Under John Moore (1809) is a book written by an anonymous officer who was part of the British Army during the Peninsular War. The book is a collection of letters that the officer wrote to his family and friends back home, describing his experiences during the march of the British troops under General John Moore.The book provides a firsthand account of the events that took place during the Peninsular War, including the battles of Corunna and Talavera. The author describes the harsh conditions that the soldiers had to endure, including the extreme weather, lack of food and water, and the constant threat of enemy attacks.The book also provides a glimpse into the daily life of the soldiers, including their routines, their relationships with each other, and their interactions with the local population. The author provides vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people he encountered, giving the reader a sense of what it was like to be a soldier in the Peninsular War.Overall, Letters From Portugal And Spain: Written During The March Of The British Troops Under John Moore (1809) is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on one of the most significant conflicts of the 19th century.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.