The role of the Royal Engineers in the Peninsular War has long been neglected and often misunderstood, and Mark ThompsonÆs history is the first full account of their work and of the contribution they made throughout the conflict. He draws on his unrivalled collection of the engineersÆ letters and diaries in order to tell, in vivid detail, the story of the war as they experienced it. His narrative describes their role in all the major operations between 1808 and 1814, and it demonstrates the extraordinary range of tasks they undertook, from surveys and reconnaissance to the building of roads and bridges, siege works and field fortifications. His deeply researched study will be fascinating reading for anyone who is interested in the history of military engineering and a vital text for readers who are keen to broaden their understanding of the Peninsular War. -
| ISBN: | 9781783463633 |
| Publication date: | 1st August 2015 |
| Author: | Mark Thompson |
| Publisher: | Pen & Sword Military |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 276 pages |
| Genres: |
Specific wars and campaigns |
The role of the Royal Engineers in the Peninsular War has long been neglected and often misunderstood, and Mark ThompsonÆs history is the first full account of their work and of the contribution they made throughout the conflict. He draws on his unrivalled collection of the engineersÆ letters and diaries in order to tell, in vivid detail, the story of the war as they experienced it. His narrative describes their role in all the major operations between 1808 and 1814, and it demonstrates the extraordinary range of tasks they undertook, from surveys and reconnaissance to the building of roads and bridges, siege works and field fortifications. His deeply researched study will be fascinating reading for anyone who is interested in the history of military engineering and a vital text for readers who are keen to broaden their understanding of the Peninsular War. -
Wellington's Engineers features in the following genres: Specific wars and campaigns
Wellington's Engineers is available in Hardback
Wellington's Engineers was written by Mark Thompson and published by Pen & Sword Military
Wellington's Engineers has 276 pages
£22.50