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A concise narrative survey traces the history of the Iberian Peninsula from its ancient inhabitants through classical, medieval, and modern periods, treating Phoenician and Roman settlement, Gothic rule, Muslim conquest and the Christian reconquest, the rise and decline of imperial power under Habsburg and Bourbon dynasties, nineteenth-century upheavals and restorations, and the loss of overseas colonies culminating in conflict with the United States. The author combines travel impressions with chronological chapters that emphasize geography, resources, political transformations, religious strife, and military and diplomatic episodes, aiming to present an accessible account for young readers while summarizing political, social, and economic developments.
[1] Encyclopædia Britannica.
[2] This was the order cabled to Commodore Dewey from the Navy Department:
“Washington, April 24, 1898.
“Dewey, Hong Kong: War has commenced between the United States and Spain. Proceed at once to the Philippine Islands. Commence operations at once, particularly against the Spanish fleet. You must capture vessels or destroy. Use utmost endeavours.
“Long” (Secretary of the Navy).
TRANSCRIBER’S NOTE:
—Obvious print and punctuation errors were corrected.