Wellington's Army 1809-1814

Wellington's Army 1809-1814 by Charles Oman is a detailed and scholarly account of the British Army under the command of the Duke of Wellington during the Peninsular War. The book focuses on the period from 1809 when Wellington took command to 1814 when the war ended with the defeat of Napoleon’s forces in Spain and Portugal. Oman delves into the strategic tactical and logistical challenges faced by Wellington’s army examining their successes failures and the factors that led to their eventual victory.Oman explores key battles such as the Battle of Salamanca the Siege of Badajoz and the Battle of Vitoria providing insights into the military tactics employed and the leadership qualities that made Wellington a celebrated figure. He also discusses the composition of the army the experiences of the soldiers and the relationships between British Portuguese and Spanish forces. Wellington's Army 1809-1814 is a crucial work for understanding the military history of the Napoleonic Wars and offers an in-depth analysis of the strategic elements that contributed to Wellington’s success in the Iberian Peninsula.