Life Of Field Marshal, His Grace The Duke Of Wellington V2 Embracing His Civil, Military, And Political Career To The Present Time (1840)

The book ""Life Of Field Marshal, His Grace The Duke Of Wellington V2: Embracing His Civil, Military, And Political Career To The Present Time (1840)"" is a biographical account of the life of Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington. The author, James Edward Alexander, covers the Duke's career in the military, politics, and civil service up until the time of publication in 1840. The book provides a detailed look into the Duke's accomplishments and struggles, including his victories in the Peninsular War and at the Battle of Waterloo, as well as his political career as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The second volume of the book covers the later years of the Duke's life, including his role in the House of Lords and his final years before his death in 1852. The book is a comprehensive and informative account of the life of one of the most prominent figures in British history.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.