
Under Wellington’s Command
by G. A. Henty
'Under Wellington’s Command' Summary
The novel begins in the aftermath of the liberation of Portugal from French control in 1809. Terence O'Connor continues to lead the Minho regiment, now tasked with reconnaissance missions and skirmishes against the remaining French forces. As the Allied army advances into Spain, the regiment faces numerous challenges and battles, including the Battle of Talavera and the Siege of Ciudad Rodrigo. Throughout these trials, O'Connor demonstrates his strategic prowess and unwavering determination, inspiring his troops to fight valiantly against the formidable French army.Book Details
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G. A. Henty
England
George Alfred Henty was an English novelist and war correspondent. He is most well-known for his works of adventure fiction and historical fiction, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The...
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