The Siege of Havana 1762, by Francis Russell Hart
Condition: VeryGood.
"Francis Russell Hart's "The Siege of Havana 1762" is an engaging historical narrative chronicling the British capture of Havana during the Seven Years' War. Published in 1931, it offers a robust examination of the military strategies employed by British forces, depicting the complexities of launching a large-scale assault on a well-fortified coastal position with 16,000 troops. The book delves into Havana’s significance as a key military hub for Spain in the Caribbean, pivotal for naval operations and communication. Hart meticulously details the military operations, from artillery placements to naval skirmishes, while also addressing the wider implications of the siege on the war's outcome, making it essential for enthusiasts of military."
With slipcase. Maps still attached. Book in VG+ condition; Slipcase is split and roughed up. Present, though with its pastedowns. Limited to 675.
Houghton Mifflin
Hardcover
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"Francis Russell Hart's "The Siege of Havana 1762" is an engaging historical narrative chronicling the British capture of Havana during the Seven Years' War. Published in 1931, it offers a robust examination of the military strategies employed by British forces, depicting the complexities of launching a large-scale assault on a well-fortified coastal position with 16,000 troops. The book delves into Havana’s significance as a key military hub for Spain in the Caribbean, pivotal for naval operations and communication. Hart meticulously details the military operations, from artillery placements to naval skirmishes, while also addressing the wider implications of the siege on the war's outcome, making it essential for enthusiasts of military."
With slipcase. Maps still attached. Book in VG+ condition; Slipcase is split and roughed up. Present, though with its pastedowns. Limited to 675.
Houghton Mifflin
Hardcover
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