Marshal Of Portugal
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Author | : Marcus de la Poer Beresford |
Publisher | : Merrion Press |
Total Pages | : 398 |
Release | : 2018-10-30 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 178855034X |
Despite a propensity toward fierce criticism of his generals, with great regard the Duke of Wellington referred to William Carr Beresford as 'the ablest man I have yet seen in the army'. Marshal William Carr Beresford is the story of a celebrated and distinguished Irishman, honoured and decorated by the governments of Great Britain, Portugal and Spain, who served as Commander in Chief of the Portuguese army for eleven years. The book follows the trajectory of Beresford's extensive military career. Born the illegitimate son of the 1st Marquis of Waterford, Beresford joined the British army in 1785, serving in the Mediterranean, Egypt, South Africa and South America, before further distinguishing himself - and meeting Wellington's redoubtable esteem - as Marshal of the Portuguese forces during the Peninsular War. Sent to Portugal to rebuild its army in the fight against Napoleon, Beresford was so successful that Wellington integrated the Portuguese and British armed forces in that struggle. Beresford is revealed as a trusted friend and confidant of Wellington, a relationship that was to endure for the rest of their lives. Their ability to work together led to Beresford's appointment as Master General of Ordinance in Wellington's government of 1828. This is the remarkable story of one of the most celebrated and decorated Irish soldiers ever to fight in overseas service, and who was considered in all opinion as the Duke of Wellington's 'strong right arm'. Despite being fiercely critical of his generals, Wellington described Beresford as 'the ablest man in the army' and relied heavily on his Irish-born commander. Marshal Sir William Carr Beresford was the illegitimate son of the 1st Marquis of Waterford and rose to the rank of General in the British army and Marshal to the Portuguese forces during the Peninsular War. Sent to Portugal to rebuild its demoralised forces against Napoleon, Beresford was so successful that Wellington combined the Portuguese and British regiments and positioned Beresford as commander-in-chief. Their friendship and trust are revealed in their correspondence, which shows them not only writing to each other almost daily but meeting regularly to discuss strategy or to socialise. It was an amicable and supportive relationship that continued for the rest of their lives, leading to Beresford's appointment as Master General of Ordinance in Wellington's first government in 1828.
Author | : F.O. Cetre |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 14 |
Release | : 2004 |
Genre | : Peninsular War, 1807-1814 |
ISBN | : 9780948494925 |
Author | : Arthur Wellesley Duke of Wellington |
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Total Pages | : 504 |
Release | : 1832 |
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Author | : Charales-Francois Dumouriez |
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Total Pages | : 54 |
Release | : 2018 |
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ISBN | : 9781585455096 |
This is a brief history of General von Schomberg's two campaigns in Portugal where, in Portuguese service, he defended Portugal against the invading Spanish army.
Author | : Arthur Wellesley of Wellington |
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Total Pages | : 674 |
Release | : 1837 |
Genre | : Great Britain |
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Author | : Arthur Wellesley Duke of Wellington |
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Total Pages | : 718 |
Release | : 1837 |
Genre | : Great Britain |
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Author | : (Samuel Edison) Vichness |
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Total Pages | : 1044 |
Release | : 1981 |
Genre | : Generals |
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Author | : Arthur Wellesley Duke of Wellington |
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Total Pages | : 624 |
Release | : 1838 |
Genre | : Great Britain |
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Author | : Arthur Wellesley Wellington (Duke Of) |
Publisher | : Palala Press |
Total Pages | : 492 |
Release | : 2015-09-20 |
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ISBN | : 9781343329874 |
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author | : John 1790-1845 Gurwood |
Publisher | : Wentworth Press |
Total Pages | : 504 |
Release | : 2016-08-26 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781362333722 |
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.