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In "Deeds That Won the Empire," W. H. Fitchett presents a compelling exploration of the pivotal moments and extraordinary figures that shaped the British Empire. Utilizing a vivid narrative style, Fitchett weaves together a series of historical accounts that both illuminate and dramatize the sacrifices and triumphs accompanying Britain's imperial pursuits. The book is structured thematically, covering a range of military and diplomatic achievements, and provides a critical lens on the moral and ethical implications of imperialism, reflecting the complex dynamics of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. W. H. Fitchett was not only a prominent author but also an accomplished journalist and historian, whose British patriotic sentiment and keen interest in military history significantly informed his writing. Born in 1850, Fitchett's experiences as a war correspondent during the Second Boer War undoubtedly influenced his understanding of the realities of colonial conflict and imperial aspiration, enabling him to depict these events with both authenticity and poignancy. For readers interested in imperial history, military strategy, or the ethical dimensions of colonialism, "Deeds That Won the Empire" is an indispensable addition to their library. Fitchett's masterful storytelling and insightful analysis will not only educate but also provoke thought regarding the enduring legacy of empire in shaping modern society.
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GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 7 mins
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Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE NIGHT ATTACK ON BADAJOS
21THE BATTLE OF THE BALTIC
2[Illustration: Siege of Badajos, 1812. From Napier's "Peninsular War."]
22[Illustration: The Battle of the Baltic, April 2nd, 1801. From Brenton's Naval History.]
3THE FIRE-SHIPS IN THE BASQUE ROADS
23KING-MAKING WATERLOO
4THE MAN WHO SPOILED NAPOLEON'S "DESTINY"!
24[Illustration: Battle of Waterloo, June 18th, 1815.]
5GREAT SEA-DUELS
25I. THE RIVAL HOSTS
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6THE BLOOD-STAINED HILL OF BUSACO
26II. HOUGOUMONT
7OF NELSON AND THE NILE
27III. PICTON AND D'ERLON
8[Illustration: THE BATTLE OF THE NILE. Doubling on the French Line. From Allen's "Battles of the British Navy."]
28IV. "SCOTLAND FOR EVER!"
9THE FUSILEERS AT ALBUERA
29V. HORSEMEN AND SQUARES
10[Illustration: Battle of Albuera, 16th May, 1811. From Napier's "Peninsular War."]
30VI. THE FIGHT OF THE GUNNERS
11THE "SHANNON" AND THE "CHESAPEAKE"
31VII. THE OLD GUARD
12THE GREAT BREACH OF CIUDAD RODRIGO
32VIII. THE GREAT DEFEAT.
13[Illustration: Siege of Ciudad Rodrigo, 1812. From Napier's "Peninsular War."]
33THE NIGHT ATTACK OFF CADIZ
14HOW THE "HERMIONE" WAS RECAPTURED
34TRAFALGAR
15FRENCH AND ENGLISH IN THE PASSES
35I. THE STRATEGY
16[Illustration: Combat of Roncesvalles, July 25, 1813. From Napier's "Peninsular War."]
36II. HOW THE FLEETS MET
17FAMOUS CUTTING-OUT EXPEDITIONS
37[Illustration: The Attack at Trafalgar, October 21st, 1805. Five minutes past noon. From Mahan's "Life of Nelson."]
18MOUNTAIN COMBATS
38III. HOW THE VICTORY WAS WON
19THE BLOODIEST FIGHT IN THE PENINSULA
39THE END
20[Illustration: Battle of St. Pierre, December 9th & 13th, 1813. From Napier's "Peninsular War."]
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