Publisher's Synopsis
""A Journal of the Late and Important Blockade and Siege of Gibraltar: From the Twelfth of September 1779 to the Third Day of February 1783"" is a historical account of the prolonged siege of Gibraltar during the American Revolutionary War. The author, Samuel Ancell, was a British officer who served in the garrison during the siege and recorded his observations and experiences in this journal. The book provides a detailed chronicle of the events that took place during the blockade, including the various military operations, the daily life of the soldiers and civilians, and the political and diplomatic negotiations that occurred. Ancell's journal is a valuable primary source for historians studying the siege of Gibraltar and the broader context of the American Revolution. The book was originally published in 1786 and has since been reprinted and republished several times.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.
