Discover the extraordinary life and career of one of Britain's greatest military heroes in this comprehensive biography of the Duke of Wellington. From his early days as a soldier in India to his triumphs in the Napoleonic Wars, Brialmont provides a detailed account of Wellington's achievements and his lasting impact on British history. Illustrated with maps and portraits, it's a book that's sure to appeal to military history enthusiasts and general readers alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.