“This is a well-researched, well-written, closely argued and fascinating contribution to the historiography of the Peninsular War.”—The Spectator In 1809

This book describes plans to defend Lisbon from invaders during the Peninsular War 1807-1814. Three different nations considered this challenge. First the Frenc

Tells the history of Civil War forts and other defenses in the Washington, DC area. This study provides historical information to improve and enhance interpreta