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_aSouthey, Robert, _d1774-1843 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aHistory of the Peninsular War, Volume 2 (of 6) |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2019-09-30 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Brian Coe, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"History of the Peninsular War, Volume 2 (of 6)" by Robert Southey is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the events of the Peninsular War, with a focus on the significant Siege of Zaragoza, highlighting the resilience and bravery of the Zaragozans against French forces. Southey's work provides an analytical perspective on the war's impact on Spanish identity and the struggle for national sovereignty. The opening of this volume introduces the Siege of Zaragoza, emphasizing the dire circumstances faced by its defenders. Under the leadership of Captain-General Palafox, the inhabitants demonstrate unwavering determination despite being outnumbered and facing severe scarcity of resources. The French initially underestimate the defenders, attempting to storm the city and drawing upon their military might. However, the residents exhibit extraordinary courage, exemplified by figures like Augustina Zaragoza who emerge as heroes, while the community collectively works to strengthen their defenses despite ongoing bombardments and desperate conditions. The narrative highlights themes of valor, sacrifice, and unity as the besieged citizens engage the French in a fierce struggle that reveals the deeper motivations behind their resistance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aPeninsular War, 1807-1814 | ||
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