Description
Shows signs of wear. Jacket may be torn, cover may have creases, pages have some writing and highlighting. May have some water damage. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.
This well-read copy of Terry Brighton’s “Hell Riders: The Truth about the Charge of the Light Brigade” offers a unique opportunity to delve into one of the most famous and controversial military engagements in British history. Published in 2008, Brighton’s meticulously researched work challenges long-held beliefs about the disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War, shedding new light on the events and decisions that led to the infamous cavalry assault.
Drawing from extensive primary sources and eyewitness accounts, Brighton’s narrative not only provides a vivid retelling of the charge itself but also explores the broader context of the Crimean War, the personalities involved, and the lasting impact of this tragic episode on military strategy and public perception. This copy, with its markings and signs of use, bears witness to the enduring fascination with this pivotal moment in British military history and the ongoing scholarly debates surrounding its causes and consequences.
