The Life of Field Marshal V1: The Duke of Wellington is a biography of Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, written by Joachim Hayward Stocqueler and published in 1852. The book provides a comprehensive account of Wellington's life, from his birth in Ireland in 1769 to his death in 1852. It covers his military career, including his service in India and his leadership in the Peninsular War and the Battle of Waterloo. The biography also delves into Wellington's political career, including his time as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Stocqueler draws on a variety of sources, including Wellington's own writings, to paint a vivid picture of the man and his accomplishments. The Life of Field Marshal V1: The Duke of Wellington is an important historical document that sheds light on one of the most significant figures of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.
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