This is a timely release from Helion as 2019 is the 300th anniversary of this battle. This is probably the first book on this subject for a very long time and it fills the void perfectly. Both armies are analysed in detail, (of particular interest was the presence of Spanish and Dutch troops in the battle), and the background of events is demonstrated admirably. Line drawings by Ed Dovey show the appearance of the combatants. Terrain obviously played a major part in this campaign so that is explained well with photos and maps. Mortars rather than field guns were used by the Government forces and this is examined. This the third book for Helion by Jonathan Worton that I have read and they are all thoroughly researched and very engaging.
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I have a copy ordered!
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