Publisher's Synopsis
Huntingdonshire And The Spanish Armada is a historical book written by William Mackreth Noble and originally published in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the events surrounding the Spanish Armada in 1588 and its impact on the county of Huntingdonshire, England. The author begins by discussing the political and religious tensions that led to the conflict between England and Spain, and the preparations made by both sides for the impending war. He then goes on to describe the role played by Huntingdonshire in the defense of England against the Spanish invasion, including the mobilization of troops and the fortification of key locations.The book also includes accounts of several notable individuals from Huntingdonshire who played a significant role in the conflict, such as Sir Francis Drake and Sir Philip Sidney. The author provides insights into their strategies and tactics, as well as their contributions to the overall success of the English defense.Throughout the book, the author draws on a wide range of historical sources, including contemporary accounts, official documents, and personal correspondence. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the events and locations discussed in the text.Overall, Huntingdonshire And The Spanish Armada is a comprehensive and engaging historical account of a pivotal moment in English history, and the role played by one of its counties in defending against a formidable foreign threat.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.
