Publisher's Synopsis
Scotland And The Commonwealth: Letters And Papers Relating To The Military Government Of Scotland, From August 1651 To December 1653 is a historical book written by C. H. Firth. The book explores the military government of Scotland during the period of August 1651 to December 1653, a time when Scotland was under the rule of the Commonwealth of England. The book is a compilation of letters and papers that were exchanged between various military officials and government representatives during this period. These documents provide insight into the political and military strategies employed by the Commonwealth in Scotland, as well as the challenges and difficulties faced by the military government. The book covers a range of topics such as the administration of justice, taxation, military campaigns, and relations between the English and Scottish populations. It also sheds light on the role of key figures such as Oliver Cromwell and his son-in-law, Henry Ireton, in the governance of Scotland. Overall, Scotland And The Commonwealth provides a detailed and comprehensive account of a significant period in Scottish history, and is an invaluable resource for historians and anyone interested in the political and military history of Scotland and England during the 17th century.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.
