Dictionary of Battles / From the Earliest Date to the Present Time

Name: Dictionary of Battles / From the Earliest Date to the Present Time
Author: Thomas Benfield Harbottle

By Thomas Benfield Harbottle

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A reference work presenting alphabetically arranged entries on military engagements from antiquity to recent conflicts, each entry giving concise accounts of when and where battles occurred, the opposing forces and commanders, troop strengths, conduct and course of action, casualties and outcomes, and campaign context. Brief prefatory and editorial notes explain the compilation and issues with proofing; the volume aims to function as a compact, factual battlefield dictionary for quick consultation rather than interpretive history.

About the Author

Thomas Benfield Harbottle

Thomas Benfield Harbottle was an English author and scholar known for his contributions to historical reference literature. He is best recognized for his works "Dictionary of Battles / From the Earliest Date to the Present Time" and "Dictionary of Historical Allusions," both of which serve as valuable resources for understanding historical events and cultural references. Harbottle's dictionaries reflect a meticulous approach to compiling information, making them useful for historians, students, and general readers alike. His work continues to be referenced for its comprehensive coverage and clarity.